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French Open 2023: Stefanos Tsitsipas got 'wake-up call' in nervy first-round win over Jiri Vesely, says Mats Wilander

Stefanos Tsitsipas got a «wake-up call» in his nervy first-round French Open win over Jiri Vesely, reckoned Eurosport pundit Mats Wilander. The Greek fifth seed looked to be cruising into the second round at two sets up over his unseeded Czech opponent, but lost the third set and was then taken to a tie-break in the fourth, edging it 9-7 to belatedly take his place in the second round. Ad And Tsitsipas, who will next face Roberto Carballes Baena after the Spaniard beat Emilio Nava, was advised by Wilander that he must be clinical in finishing matches if he wants to go far in the tournament.

Iga Swiatek injury ‘a worry’ with Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka ready to pounce at French Open – Mats Wilander

Eurosport expert Mats Wilander believes fitness will be a key factor behind Iga Swiatek’s attempted French Open defence and could pave the way for “dangerous” duo Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka to win the singles title at Roland-Garros. Swiatek revealed last week she would take a couple of days off before preparing for the French Open, having been forced to retire in Rome due to injury. Ad The world No.

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz 'most exciting player ever to walk on a tennis court', says Wilander

Clay-court titles in Barcelona and Madrid have put Carlos Alcaraz in good stead for a shot at the Roland-Garros crown, Mats Wilander believes. The 20-year-old’s preparation has been “perfect” according to the three-time French Open champion, despite falling short at the Italian Open in Rome. Ad Wilander has insisted that Alcaraz is in the ideal shape, physically and mentally, to take aim at the vacant French Open trophy thanks to Rafael Nadal’s absence.

Novak Djokovic ‘the most disappointed’ player with Rafael Nadal’s Roland-Garros absence - Mats Wilander

Novak Djokovic will be “the most disappointed” player with Rafael Nadal’s absence from the French Open, according to Eurosport expert Mats Wilander. Nadal — a 14-time Roland-Garros champion — pulled out of the tournament last week due to a lack of fitness.

Rafael Nadal ruled out of French Open 2023: Mats Wilander urges stars to step up - 'This is your chance'

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.

The Impossible Job: Beating Rafael Nadal At French Open

When a weary David Ferrer managed to win just five games in his French Open semi-final loss to Rafael Nadal in 2012, he was in no doubt over the enormity of the challenge. "Winning a match against Rafa at Roland Garros is almost impossible," admitted a bamboozled Ferrer as he trudged off Court Philippe Chatrier. It would have been no consolation to the gritty Ferrer that at least he won one more game than Roger Federer managed in the 2008 final in Paris.

Rafael Nadal's French Open triumphs remembered as he withdraws from this year's tournament at Roland Garros

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.

Rafael Nadal To Skip French Open For First Time, May Retire Next Year

Rafael Nadal on Thursday withdrew from the French Open because his hip injury has not healed and said he expects 2024 to be his final year in professional tennis. "It's not a decision I'm taking, it's a decision my body is taking," said the 36-year-old Spanish superstar, who has played at the claycourt major every year since 2005 and won it 14 times. Nadal said he was taking a few months off before starting to play again. "It's probably going to be my last year on the professional tour, I can't say this 100 percent because you never know what's going to happen," he told a news conference.

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French Open 2023: Stefanos Tsitsipas got 'wake-up call' in nervy first-round win over Jiri Vesely, says Mats Wilander

Iga Swiatek injury ‘a worry’ with Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka ready to pounce at French Open – Mats Wilander

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz 'most exciting player ever to walk on a tennis court', says Wilander

Novak Djokovic ‘the most disappointed’ player with Rafael Nadal’s Roland-Garros absence - Mats Wilander

Rafael Nadal ruled out of French Open 2023: Mats Wilander urges stars to step up - 'This is your chance'

The Impossible Job: Beating Rafael Nadal At French Open

Rafael Nadal's French Open triumphs remembered as he withdraws from this year's tournament at Roland Garros

Rafael Nadal To Skip French Open For First Time, May Retire Next Year