![The injury-plagued Rafael Nadal had shown mixed performances since his comeback.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290909/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/zverev-anticipates-the-return-of-nadal-s-previous-form.webp)
Rafael Nadal pondered over his physical condition before deciding to participate in his preferred competition. However, Alexander Zverev anticipates the historic victor to be in peak shape.
Panorama![Record champion Rafael Nadal is only an outsider in his opening match against Alexander Zverev at...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290633/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/upcoming-match-between-nadal-and-zverev-leaves-nadal-with-minimal-expectations.webp)
Rafael Nadal, holder of the record, approaches his first match against Alexander Zverev at the French Open as an underdog. Nadal accepts the challenging draw with practicality and is also experiencing improved health.
Hot-Topics![Alexander Zverev (l) was defeated by Francisco Cerundolo in Madrid.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249177/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/baffled-zverev-lacking-title-eliminated-from-madrid-puzzling.webp)
Alexander Zverev continues to struggle with his clay court game ahead of the French Open after an early exit in Madrid. Madrid saw the tearful departure of another top tennis player.
Technology![Rafael Nadal has been eliminated from the tournament in Madrid.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248904/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/tough-day-tearful-farewell-from-nadal-at-madrid-tournament.webp)
Rafael Nadal's retirement tour comes to an abrupt halt; however, the accomplished Spanish tennis player finds the results in Madrid encouraging.
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