The long-awaited duel of the two tennis titans, both in search of a 23rd Grand Slam title (which would be an absolute record for men), will take place in a month at Roland-Garros (May 28 -June 11)?
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have successively announced their withdrawal from the Madrid Masters 1000 which begins on Monday.
The Majorcan's hip still does not respond, the Serb's elbow creaks.
And concerns are mounting.
At best, the two living legends have only one major tournament left (Rome from May 8-21) to eventually get their feet wet.
And a little reassurance.
Large dented body, Rafael Nadal, the king of ocher, hopes to celebrate his 37th birthday on June 3 at Roland-Garros, "at home" where he will aim for a 15th title.
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Roland Garros men's singles
Roland Garros single ladies
The refrain is known.
Porte d'Auteuil, there is him and the others.
The ogre of ocher has often landed in Paris with a touch of uncertainty.
And has almost always been able to dispel doubts about his blessed land.
Victim of the awakening of the pain linked to his chronic and incurable injury...
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