French Open players to watch: Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Emma Raducanu, Simona Halep

Will Novak Djokovic win a record-equalling 21st Grand Slam title at the French Open? Will Iga Swiatek deliver as the huge pre-tournament favourite? How far will Carlos Alcaraz go? Will Emma Raducanu make an impact on her debut? The 2022 French Open starts on May 22 with exclusive coverage live on Eurosport, eurosport.co.uk, the Eurosport app and on-demand on discovery+. Ad/> We look at some of the top storylines and players to keep an eye on in Paris… /> ATP GenevaHighlights: Ruud beats Kokkinakis in straight sets to reach Geneva Open semis12 HOURS AGO Djokovic's powers will be tested What do Rafael Nadal and Gustavo Kuerten have in common? Aside from both being at home on clay, they are the only two players to win back-to-back titles at the French Open this century (Kuerten in 2000 and 2001, Nadal numerous times).

Djokovic, Roger Federer and Stan Wawrinka have all had their moment in Paris over the last 15 years, but have not been able to return the following year and win the title again. Djokovic appears as well placed as ever to join Nadal and Kuerten by successfully defending his title, even though a rough draw put Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev in his half.

After a slow start on clay due to his inactivity in the first quarter of the season, the world No. 1 has hit form, making the semi-finals in Madrid and then blowing past the field in Rome without dropping a set.

He has declared himself in the “best shape” possible ahead of the French Open and he has deservedly leapfrogged Alcaraz, who did'nt play Rome, as the favourite. How can 'Rafa-like' Swiatek be stopped? Djokovic, Nadal, Alcaraz in same half of draw Zverev praises 'hungry' Djokovic's recovery Beating Djokovic over five sets has been one of the