Zverev says he likely has 'several' torn ankle ligaments
Alexander Zverev said on Saturday that he has "several torn lateral ligaments" in his right ankle after suffering the injury during his French Open semi-final against Rafael Nadal.
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French Open: Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud meet in 2022 final, live stream, how to watch on TV, order of play
The French Open is close to finding out the second of its two singles champions, and Day 15 sees Rafael Nadal take on Casper Ruud in the final on Sunday. The experienced Spaniard seeks to extend his eye-watering record at Roland-Garros, chasing his 14th title on the Parisian clay, whilst the Norwegian Ruud is after his first Grand Slam trophy.
French Open 2022: Alexander Zverev Says He Likely Has "Several" Torn Ankle Ligaments
Alexander Zverev said on Saturday that he has "several torn lateral ligaments" in his right ankle after suffering the injury during his French Open semi-final against Rafael Nadal. The German world number three turned his ankle while trailing Nadal 7-6 (10/8), 6-6 on Friday, screaming in pain before retiring from the match minutes later. "Based on the first medical checks, it looks like I have torn several lateral ligaments in my right foot," Zverev wrote in an Instagram post.
Rafael Nadal vs Casper Ruud, French Open Men's Singles Final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming
Rafael Nadal will eye his 14th French Open title as he takes on Norwegian eighth seed Casper Ruud in the men's singles final at Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris. Nadal is yet to lose a final while Ruud will be playing his first slam final. Nadal defeated third seed Alexander Zverev in the semi-final after the German had to pull put of their match due to an ankle injury. Ruud, on the other hand, had to come from a set down to beat Croatian Marin Cilic in the other semifinal.
Nadal's bid for more Roland Garros history meets Ruud resistance
PARIS : Rafa Nadal has never lost a French Open final. A win on Sunday against first-time Grand Slam finalist Casper Ruud would deliver a record-extending 14th crown to the Spaniard and widen his lead in the men's race for the most major titles.
Norway Chess Tournament: Viswanathan Anand Remains On Top After Third Straight Win
Indian legend Viswanathan Anand continued his winning run in the Classical section of the Norway Chess tournament as he defeated China's Wang Hao in the third round to remain on top of the standings. The 52-year-old Anand won the Armageddon (sudden death game) early on Friday after the regular classical match was drawn after 39 moves.
French Open win would be biggest of Nadal's career, coach says
French Open final for Spaniard Rafael Nadal would be the biggest achievement of his career, topping even his unexpected success at this year's Australian Open where he won a record 21st Grand Slam, his coach Carlos Moya said on Saturday. Nadal, bidding for a 14th title at the French Open, faces 23-year-old Norwegian Casper Ruud, who has trained at the Spaniard's academy in the past and is currently the most successful clay player per titles won on the surface since 2020. "What I saw in Australia this year it was beyond anything.
French Open protester ties herself to net during men's semifinal
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