We couldn’t have asked for anything better at the Paris Olympcs tennis tournament: Novak Djokovic will challenge Rafael Nadal in the 2nd round, in a challenge with an epic flavour, which will be played on the Philippe Chatrier, already the stage of their most memorable challenges.
The Serb and the Spaniard will take the stage for their 60th direct clash of one of the most intense rivalries in sports history. A highly anticipated match since the main draw of the men’s singles was drawn, which included the two tennis legends in the same draw. Nole demolished Matthew Ebden in straight sets, while Rafa showed a very good level against Marton Fucsovics, beating him in three sets. Thus, both have reached the second round and will face each other – on that court that made the Spaniard famous – perhaps for the last time.
On Philippe Chatrier, the WTA number 1 Iga Swiatek will open the dance. After the super challenge between Nole and Rafa, there will be the confrontation between Carlos Alcaraz and Tallon Griekspoor. To close, the American Jessica Pegula will face the Ukrainian Elina Svitolina in a very interesting match. On Suzanne-Lenglen, it will be up to Jasmine Paolini to open the…
