Rafael Nadal, the King of Clay, made a triumphant return to Roland Garros as he hit the practice courts amid doubts over his fitness and form. The defending champion and world No 1, Iga Swiatek, is gearing up for a tantalizing match against four-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka. The clash between these two tennis giants is set to take place on Court Philippe-Chatrier, with fans eagerly anticipating the showdown.
Meanwhile, Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz is also in action, along with other high-seeded men like Jannik Sinner, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Andrey Rublev. In the women’s singles, US Open champion Coco Gauff is set to face Slovenian qualifier Tamara Zidansek, while home favorite Caroline Garcia will take on former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin.
Yesterday, the British contingent faced disappointment as Katie Boulter and Dan Evans crashed out of the tournament, marking the end of the British presence in the singles competition at Roland Garros. Despite the setbacks, the focus now shifts to the upcoming matches and the grass preparations for the players.
Stay tuned for all the latest updates and scores from Day 4 at Roland Garros as the excitement and drama continue to unfold on the clay courts of Paris.