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Novak Djokovic will be the undisputed tennis GOAT if he wins «a few more Slams», reckons Roger Federer's ex-coach Ivan Ljubicic. Djokovic moved clear of Rafael Nadal onto 23 men's slams with his recent triumph at the French Open, and the Serbian could go two clear when he steps out at Wimbledon next month, as he aims to land a record-equalling eight title — tied with Federer.
Boris Becker feels the weather in Paris could have a big bearing on whether Novak Djokovic can win a 23rd Grand Slam at the French Open. The absence of Rafael Nadal from Roland-Garros has opened up the draw, with Becker feeling any player in the event could dream of victory. Ad Nadal’s absence prompted eyes to be drawn to Djokovic, who would break out of a tie with the Spaniard on 22 majors should he triumph in Paris in June.
John McEnroe thinks Rafael Nadal’s absence from the French Open is an «opening» for Novak Djokovic as the «end» of the 'Big Three' era approaches. Djokovic and Nadal are both on 22 Grand Slam titles, level at the top of the all-time standings. Ad Nadal will not have a chance to win No.
Rarely has a player missing a Grand Slam felt like it will leave such a hole in the tournament as it will when Rafael Nadal is absent from the upcoming French Open. Nadal first played the French Open in 2005, winning on his debut as a 19-year-old. He has played the tournament every year since, winning every time except three.
Eurosport expert Mats Wilander has given his reaction to the big news that Rafael Nadal will not be participating in the 2023 French Open after he made his announcement ahead of the second Grand Slam of the season. Wilander, who won the French Open on three occasions in his illustrious career, shared his thoughts on the 'King of Clay' being unable to take part in Paris this year as he continues to battle injuries and search for full fitness.
Daniil Medvedev has said he hopes that Rafael Nadal is back on court very soon. The 14-time Roland Garros winner announced on Thursday that he would not play the French Open this year, and that next year would likely be his last on the tour.
Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the French Open due to a lack of fitness. The 22-time Grand Slam champion has not played since losing in the second round of the Australian Open in January. He called a press conference on Thursday afternoon where he has confirmed he would not be competing.
Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from this year's French Open, saying it has proved «impossible» for him to get himself fit to defend his title at Roland Garros. The 22-time Grand Slam winner will take several months away from the game, but has refused to put a definite time limit on how long he will be away from the court. Ad Nadal has also said next year will «probably» be his last on tour.