French Open

2024 - 5 - 26

French Open Drama: Nadal's Farewell Ceremony Cancelled, Osaka and Djokovic Shine

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Exciting updates from the French Open! Nadal's ceremony called off, Osaka triumphs, and Djokovic enters with 'low expectations'

The French Open at Roland Garros has had its fair share of drama this year. In an unexpected turn of events, the French tennis federation decided to cancel a farewell ceremony for Rafael Nadal, the 14-time champion, creating speculation about his future in the tournament. Meanwhile, Naomi Osaka claimed her first victory at Roland Garros since 2021, battling past Lucia Bronzetti in a thrilling match. On the men's side, Novak Djokovic entered the tournament with 'low expectations and high' uncertainty, setting the stage for an intriguing competition.

As the French Open kicks off, all eyes are on the defending champions, Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek, who are expected to be strong contenders. Fans eagerly await to see if Djokovic can break his title drought this season after a lighter schedule and subdued performance. The tournament promises an exciting lineup of matches with big names like Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev gearing up for action on Day 2.

In other highlights, Naomi Osaka's impressive start at Roland Garros and Novak Djokovic's cautious approach add to the excitement of the tournament. Osaka, a four-time major winner, overcame tough competition in her first match, while Djokovic's subdued form raises speculation about his performance. The French Open is set to deliver thrilling matches and unexpected twists as the competition heats up at Roland Garros.

In the midst of the French Open excitement, the cancellation of Rafael Nadal's farewell ceremony has sparked curiosity about the tennis legend's future in the sport. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly anticipate more surprises and standout performances from top players like Osaka and Djokovic, making this year's French Open one to remember.

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Why did the French Open cancel a farewell ceremony for Rafael ... (CTV News)

The French tennis federation put off holding a ceremony to celebrate Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros this year, because he has said this might not necessarily ...

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Expert picks: Who will win the 2024 French Open titles? - ESPN (ESPN)

The French Open begins Sunday, and though 14-time champion Rafael Nadal and defending champion Novak Djokovic are both playing, questions abound on whether ...

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Naomi Osaka wins at French Open for 1st time since 2021 - ESPN (ESPN)

Naomi Osaka labored past unseeded Lucia Bronzetti 6-1, 4-6, 7-5 in the first round of the French Open to claim her first win at Roland Garros in three ...

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French Open 2024: Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek feature among ... (Sky Sports)

French Open 2024: Defending champions Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek feature among the players to watch at Roland Garros, but are they the favourites?

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French Open 2024: Here's how to watch on TV, betting odds and ... (KGET 17)

PARIS (AP) — Get ready for the French Open with a guide that tells you everything you need to know about how to watch the clay-court Grand Slam tennis ...

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French Open 2024 live updates: Latest as rain delays halt Jack ... (The Athletic)

Follow live action from the French Open first day at Roland Garros with Richard Gasquet in action and Andy Murray set to play after Carlos Alcaraz win.

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French Open 2024: Day 2 order of play and schedule - When are ... (Eurosport.com)

The French Open continues on May 27 at Roland-Garros and several big names will be in action on the second day, including Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev.

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French Open 2024: Rafael Nadal's farewell cancelled by tournament ... (Eurosport.com)

Rafael Nadal, the record 14-time Roland-Garros champion, said earlier this year that there was "a big, big chance" that the 2024 French Open would be his ...

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Tennis: Naomi Osaka off to winning start at French Open (Kyodo News Plus)

In the first match on Roland Garros' center court, Court Philippe-Chatrier, Osaka, ranked 134th in the world as she works her way back after giving birth to her ...

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Tennis-Osaka overcomes Bronzetti to reach French Open second ... (SaltWire Network)

PARIS (Reuters) - Four-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka laboured past unseeded Italian Lucia Bronzetti 6-1 4-6 7-5 in the first round of the ...

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French Open 2024: Osaka and Alcaraz through, Garcia in action on ... (The Guardian)

Rolling report: Join Daniel Harris for updates as the men's and women's first-round singles matches begin at Roland Garros.

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French Open 2024: Naomi Osaka off to winning start at Nadal ... (The Hindu)

Osaka, a four-time major winner who has yet to get past the third round in Paris, needed three sets to defeat Italy's 48th-ranked Lucia Bronzetti on the ...

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Novak Djokovic enters French Open with 'low expectations and high ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Novak Djokovic has yet to win a title this season. Hasn't even reached a final. His schedule has been lighter than usual, and so has his record, ...

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Carlos Alcaraz makes confident start at French Open, Naomi Osaka ... (Toronto Star)

The new roof over Suzanne Lenglen court is seen ahead of first round match of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, ...

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Novak Djokovic enters the French Open with 'low expectations and ... (Toronto Star)

Serbia's Novak Djokovic ponders a question during a press conference ahead his first round match of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros ...

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Draper shocked by qualifier De Jong at French Open (Yahoo News Canada)

Jack Draper loses to Dutch qualifier Jesper de Jong as the British campaign at the French Open gets off to an inauspicious start.

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Naomi Osaka secures hard-fought victory in French Open opener ... (CBC.ca)

On the first day of the 2024 French Open, Naomi Osaka marked her seventh appearance in Paris with a 1-6, 6-4, 7-5 first-round victory over Lucia Bronzetti.

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Carlos Alcaraz makes confident start at French Open (Sportsnet.ca)

In the women's draw, Naomi Osaka marked her seventh appearance in Paris with a 1-6, 6-4, 7-5 first-round victory over Lucia Bronzetti. “There were moments I ...

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2024 French Open odds, props, Roland Garros prediction: Nadal vs ... (CBSSports.com)

SportsLine tennis expert Blake Von Hagen has locked in his 2024 French Open picks for the Alexander Zverev vs. Rafael Nadal match on Monday.

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Djokovic enters French Open with 'low expectations and high hopes' (TSN)

Novak Djokovic has yet to win a title this season. Hasn't even reached a final. His schedule has been lighter than usual, and so has his record, ...

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Andy Murray suffers first-round exit to Stan Wawrinka at French ... (ESPN)

Andy Murray suffered a first-round exit at the French Open as he fell to an inspired Stan Wawrinka in straight sets on Sunday night.

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Naomi Osaka secures hard-fought victory in French Open opener ... (The Associated Press)

Naomi Osaka marks her 7th appearance in Paris with a first-round win over Lucia Bronzetti (1-6, 6-4, 7-5) on Sunday, the first day of the 2024 French Open.

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French Open 2024: Andy Murray and Jack Draper knocked out in ... (Sky Sports)

Andy Murray beaten in straight sets by Stan Wawrinka in what is likely his last French Open singles match; Murrays fellow Brit Jack Draper knocked out after ...

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French Open 2024: Andy Murray loses to Stan Wawrinka after Jack ... (BBC Sport)

Andy Murray and Jack Draper both lose as the British campaign at the French Open gets off to an inauspicious start.

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No 'perfect ending' but Murray proud of French Open legacy (Yahoo News Canada)

Britain's Andy Murray says he has "great memories" from the French Open after what may have been his final singles appearance there.

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Andy Murray loses to Stan Wawrinka in first round of French Open (Sky News)

Andy Murray, 37, lost in straight sets to fellow veteran Stan Wawrinka - but said he was proud of what he has achieved at the French Open throughout his ...

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Best photos from the 2024 French Open (USA TODAY)

May 26: Naomi Osaka returns a shot in her first round match against Lucia Bronzetti on Day 1. Susan Mullane, USA TODAY Sports.

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Nishikori overcomes Diallo to advance at the French Open - Tennis ... (tenniscanada.com)

Gabriel Diallo blows on his hand while waiting to return serve. Photo : Gyles Dias. Kei Nishikori overcame Canadian Gabriel Diallo 7-5, 7-6, 3-6, 1 ...

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Canada's Gabriel Diallo falls in first round of French Open after five ... (Lethbridge News Now)

PARIS - Canada's Gabriel Diallo rallied but fell just short, losing 7-5, 7-6 (3), 3-6, 1-6, 7-5 to Japan's Kei...

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Naomi Osaka overcomes late stumble to make winning start at ... (The Japan Times)

Naomi Osaka reached the second round of the French Open for the first time in three years after battling past Italy's Lucia Bronzetti on Sunday at Roland ...

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Tennis: Carlos Alcaraz makes confident start at French Open, Naomi ... (The Hindu)

Carlos Alcaraz and Naomi Osaka shine at French Open with impressive wins, setting the stage for exciting matchups ahead.

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French Open 2024: How to watch Rafael Nadal vs. Alexander ... (Yahoo Sports)

It's time for the clay court Grand Slam at Roland Garros. Here's how to tune into Nadal vs. Zverev.

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French Open 2024 live updates: Latest from Roland Garros today ... (The Athletic)

Follow live coverage of the second day of the 2024 French Open ahead of the heavyweight contest between Alexander Zverev and Rada Nadal.

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French Open: Jeanjean v Swiatek, Sinner and Jabeur win, Nadal v ... (The Guardian)

More big names are in action in the opening round at Roland Garros on Monday. Join our writers for updates.

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At French Open, Rafael Nadal is latest tennis star seeking last ... (ESPN)

The Spaniard has won 14 times on the red clay at Roland Garros and is likely entering his final French Open tournament this year.

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Rafael Nadal's possible French Open farewell draws fans from all ... (KGET 17)

PARIS (AP) — They traveled from all over — from Europe and Oceania, from North America and South America — to be at Roland Garros on Monday, ...

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Rafael Nadal's possible French Open farewell draws fans from all ... (CTV News)

They travelled from all over -- from Europe and Oceania, from North America and South America -- to be at Roland Garros on Monday, intent on watching Rafael ...

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Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner start French Open with straight-set ... (KGET 17)

PARIS (AP) — Ig Swiatek began her bid for a third consecutive French Open title with a straightforward 6-1, 6-2 victory over Leolia Jeanjean on Monday, ...

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Swiatek, Sinner cruise into Round 2 at French Open (Sportsnet.ca)

Iga Swiatek began her bid for a third consecutive French Open title with a straightforward 6-1, 6-2 victory over Leolia Jeanjean on Monday, stretching her ...

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Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner start French Open with straight-set ... (Toronto Star)

PARIS (AP) — Iga Swiatek began her bid for a third consecutive French Open title with a straightforward 6-1, 6-2 victory over Leolia Jeanjean on Monday, ...

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Tennis-Clinical Swiatek crushes qualifier Jeanjean to start French ... (SaltWire Network)

PARIS (Reuters) - Top seed Iga Swiatek cruised past qualifier Leolia Jeanjean 6-1 6-2 on Monday to successfully launch her title defence at the French ...

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French Open Day 2 Women's Predictions Including Iga Swiatek vs ... (Last Word on Baseball)

In addition to this article, our other five feature Coco Gauff vs Julia Adveeda, Iga Swiatek vs Leolia Jeanjean, Danielle Collins vs Caroline Dolehide, Elina ...

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