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French Open Drama: Nadal Faces Zverev in Opening Round

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Get ready for an epic showdown at the French Open as Rafael Nadal takes on Alexander Zverev in a nail-biting first-round clash!

The French Open is heating up with Rafael Nadal set to face off against Alexander Zverev in an intense opening round match. Zverev's older brother, Mischa, has backed him to defeat the tennis legend, adding to the anticipation surrounding the game. Despite the tough assignment, Nadal remains determined to showcase his skills on the court against the world No. 4 contender.

In a surprising turn of events, Daniil Medvedev expressed relief at not facing Nadal in the first round, highlighting the Spaniard's formidable reputation on the clay courts. On the women's side, world number one Iga Swiatek shared her support for Nadal while acknowledging the fairness of his unseeded status at the tournament.

As the competition intensifies, the defending champion Novak Djokovic gears up to take on Pierre-Hugues Herbert in his opener, adding to the excitement of the tournament. Meanwhile, Nadal and Zverev's matchup promises to be a thrilling spectacle as fans eagerly await the outcome of this epic battle on the clay courts of Roland Garros.

In a historic clash, Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev will go head-to-head in the opening round, showcasing their skills in a high-stakes tournament. With emotions running high and the crowd on their feet, the French Open sets the stage for an unforgettable showdown between these two tennis giants. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds at Roland Garros, shaping up to be a tournament to remember!

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Exclusive: Alexander Zverev's brother Mischa backs him to defeat ... (Eurosport.com)

Alexander Zverev has been backed by older brother Mischa to defeat Rafael Nadal in round one of the French Open.

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The draw has been made for Rafael Nadal at the French Open. It ... (CNN)

Rafael Nadal has been given a tough assignment against world No. 4 Alexander Zverev in the opening round of what is set to be the final French Open of his ...

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'Happy I'm not playing Nadal', says Medvedev (FRANCE 24)

Daniil Medvedev said he was "happy" not to have been drawn to face 14-time champion Rafael Nadal in the French Open first round as the great Spaniard ...

Swiatek 'Roots For Rafa' But Says Right Nadal Not Seeded At ... (Barron's)

World number one Iga Swiatek said she'll be "rooting" for Rafael Nadal at the French Open but insisted it was fair the 14-time champion had not been seeded.

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Nadal faces Zverev at farewell French Open as Swiatek, Osaka eye ... (ZAWYA)

Defending men's champion and 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic will face French veteran Pierre Hugues-Herbert in his opener.

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Rafael Nadal will face No. 4-seeded Zverev in first round of French ... (Antelope Valley Press)

Spain's Rafael Nadal, right, and Germany's Alexander Zverev pose before their semifinal of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium on ...

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Nadal handed tough draw against Zverev at French Open (Cyprus Mail)

Rafa Nadal was handed a tough start to what is expected to be his farewell to the French Open as the record 14-times champion was drawn against fourth seed ...

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Zverev thought brother was joking when told he had drawn Nadal (The Straits Times)

PARIS - Germany's Alexander Zverev thought his brother was joking when he informed him he was playing 14-time champion Rafa Nadal in the opening round of ...

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Swiatek 'roots for Rafa' but says right Nadal not seeded at French ... (FRANCE 24)

World number one Iga Swiatek said she'll be "rooting" for Rafael Nadal at the French Open but insisted it was fair the 14-time champion had not been seeded.

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Daniil Medvedev gives Rafael Nadal lowdown after practise set ... (ATP Tour)

Daniil Medvedev shared his thoughts about Rafael Nadal on Friday at hitting with the Spaniard. Nadal faces Alexander Zverev in the first round.

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Nadal starts French Open swansong against in-form Zverev (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Fourteen-time champion Rafael Nadal will start his final French Open campaign against the fourth seed Alexander Zverev from Germany.

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Zverev thought news of drawing Nadal for French Open was a joke ... (ESPN)

Alexander Zverev thought his brother was joking when he was told he was playing 14-time champion, yet unseeded, Rafael Nadal in the opening round of the ...

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French Open: Thought my brother was joking about Rafael Nadal ... (India Today)

Alexander Zverev thought his brother was joking when it was revealed he would face Rafael Nadal in the first round of the French Open 2024.

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Exclusive: Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev clash at French ... (Eurosport.com)

Eurosport expert Boris Becker has predicted an 'explosive' match between Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev in the French Open first round.

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Zverev Expects 'Peak Nadal' In French Open Duel As Djokovic Slumps (Barron's)

Alexander Zverev expects to face "peak Rafael Nadal" in their mouth-watering French Open duel as he prepares to deliver a heart-breaking, final blow to the ...

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Zverev thought brother was joking when told he had drawn Nadal (CNA)

PARIS : Germany's Alexander Zverev thought his brother was joking when he informed him he was playing 14-time champion Rafa Nadal in the opening round of ...

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Zverev expects 'peak Nadal' in French Open duel as Djokovic slumps (FRANCE 24)

Alexander Zverev expects to face "peak Rafael Nadal" in their mouth-watering French Open duel as he prepares to deliver a heart-breaking, final blow to the ...

14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal goes into the ... (KLCC FM Public Radio)

NPR's A Martinez talks to Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated about Rafael Nadal's return to the French Open. The men's singles tournament starts Sunday.

14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal goes into the ... (WNIJ and WNIU)

NPR's A Martinez talks to Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated about Rafael Nadal's return to the French Open. The men's singles tournament starts Sunday.

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Zverev expecting best version of Nadal in Paris (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

German tennis star Alexander Zverev will face Rafael Nadal in round one of the French Open in an early glamour match-up at the famous tournament.

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