Rafael Nadal Set To Dump Novak Djokovic Clash To Focus On Olympic Dream With Carlos Alcaraz
Rafael Nadal was poised to pull the plug on the chance of a highly anticipated Olympic showdown with Novak Djokovic on Saturday after making the second round of the doubles with Spanish compatriot Carlos Alcaraz. The 38-year-old effectively ruled himself out of the singles tournament as he battles a thigh injury picked up in training at Roland Garros, the scene of 14 of his 22 Grand Slam triumphs. Nadal is still listed to face Hungary's Marton Fucsovics on Sunday, with Djokovic lying in wait.