Zverev sees off Belgium's Goffin
PARIS : World number four Alexander Zverev reached the French Open third round with a 7-6 (4) 6-2 6-2 victory over experienced Belgian David Goffin on Thursday.
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David Goffin claims spectator spat chewing gum at him during French Open match
Belgian veteran David Goffin claimed a spectator at the French Open spat chewing gum at him during his match against home player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.
Novak Djokovic Looks To Overcome 'Bumps In Road' At French Open
Novak Djokovic begins the defence of his French Open title on Tuesday, confident his Grand Slam pedigree will help overcome his lacklustre season. The world number one, seeking a fourth Roland Garros title and record-extending 25th major, is enduring his worst run since 2018. Djokovic, 37, has not won a title in 2024 and has yet to make a final with semi-final spots at the Australian Open and Monte Carlo Masters remaining his best performances.
Rafael Nadal says playing at Wimbledon unlikely as he targets Paris Olympics
Rafael Nadal has admitted that it is unlikely that he will risk playing at this year's Wimbledon after an injury-ravaged 18 months as he looks to regain full fitness in time for the Paris Olympics.
Nadal would have beat most players with level against Zverev, says Wilander
PARIS : Rafa Nadal's level of tennis during his French Open defeat by Alexander Zverev on Monday would have earned him victory against the vast majority of players in the draw, according to former Roland Garros champion Mats Wilander.
Rafael Nadal To Retire After French Open Exit? 14-Time Winner Says "I Am Not..."
Rafael Nadal's record-breaking French Open career came to its likely end on Monday when the 14-time champion slumped to a demoralising first round defeat against Alexander Zverev. Nadal, who turns 38 on June 3, went down 6-3, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 to world number four Zverev, suffering only his fourth loss in 116 matches at Roland Garros since his 2005 title-winning debut. It was the first time he had been defeated in Paris in the opening round and will again lead to questions over his long-term future in the sport.
Rafael Nadal not ready to 'close the door' on tennis career despite emotional send-off in French Open defeat
Rafael Nadal, the revered 'King of Clay', did not wish for a French Open farewell party, yet he received an impromptu one as he was defeated by Alexander Zverev in the first round at Roland Garros.
Nadal bidding to avoid early French Open exit
Rafael Nadal admits he will be facing “one of the toughest opponents possible” when he plays Alexander Zverev in the French Open first round on Monday.