“New Champion on Clay: French Open Begins Without Rafael Nadal”

Paris ∙ As the French Open Grand Slam tennis started today, which was dulled by the absence of Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal, the world of tennis is looking for a new world champion on the clay court. It will be the first French Open tournament in 18 years without Nadal, who won the title 14 times in Paris.

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic, who shares the men’s singles Grand Slam title record (22) with Nadal, is in contention for his 23rd title. Djokovic, who aims to surpass Nadal in the Grand Slam title, is challenged by injuries and lack of form.

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz of Spain is the favorite in the men’s singles. Russian Daniil Medvedev is the second seed and Djokovic is the third seed.

In women’s singles, Poland’s Iga Syamtek will be challenged by Australian Open winner Arina Zabalenka and Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. No one has retained the French Open women’s singles title since Justine Hein in 2007.

English Summary : French Open tennis starts today