French Open 2024: Timetable, Streaming Details, and Exciting Tournament Insights

On Sunday, May 26th, 2024, the French Open 2024 commenced at Roland-Garros, drawing attention to top-seeded players like Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek, reigning champions of this prestigious tournament. With its role in determining Olympic slots in singles and doubles categories, this year’s event holds heightened significance. Let’s delve into the opening day’s action and key matchups across various courts.

Rafael Nadal vs. Alexander Zverev

All eyes are on Rafael Nadal, the undisputed king of clay, as he aims for a record-breaking 15th title at Roland Garros. Nadal’s journey begins with a challenging opening-round match against Italian Open 2024 champion Alexander Zverev, setting the stage for a fierce battle on the clay courts of Paris.

Novak Djokovic’s Quest for Redemption

Defending champion Novak Djokovic faces the threat of losing his No.1 ranking to the emerging talent, Jannik Sinner. After a disappointing start to the Grand Slam season, Djokovic is determined to reclaim his form and secure his first major title of the year amidst tough competition.

Iga Swiatek’s Dominance in Women’s Singles

In the women’s singles category, all eyes are on World No.1 Iga Swiatek, who aims to continue her reign at Roland Garros after securing consecutive titles in 2022 and 2023. With legendary player Chris Evert predicting her potential to surpass records, Swiatek is poised to showcase her prowess on the clay courts once again.

Aryna Sabalenka and the Contenders

Despite recent losses to Swiatek in the finals of the Madrid and Italian Opens, Aryna Sabalenka remains a formidable contender in the women’s draw. Alongside talents like Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina, and Qinwen Zheng, Sabalenka promises to deliver thrilling matches and challenge Swiatek’s dominance on the clay.

Sumit Nagal’s Milestone Moment

Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal marks a significant milestone in his career as he gears up for his French Open main draw debut. Ranked 95th globally, Nagal aims to make history by becoming the first Indian man to feature in the main draw in singles since Prajnesh Gunneswaran, facing a tough challenge against World No.18 Karen Khachanov in the opening round.

Indian Representation in Men’s Doubles

In the men’s doubles category, Indian tennis stalwart Rohan Bopanna, alongside partner Yuki Bhambri, secures a spot in the main draw. Despite facing struggles on clay this season, Bopanna and Bhambri aim to make their mark in the French Open and showcase their skills on the doubles court.

French Open 2024: Live Streaming and Schedule

Viewers in India can catch all the action of the French Open 2024 live on the Sony Sports Network and stream the matches on SonyLiv and JioTV. The schedule for the first round features exciting matchups across multiple courts, promising a day filled with thrilling tennis battles.

Court Philippe-Chatrier

• Naomi Osaka vs. Lucia Bronzetti (Women’s Singles)
• Carlos Alcaraz vs. J.J. Wolf (Men’s Singles)
• Caroline Garcia vs. Eva Lys (Women’s Singles)
• Andy Murray vs. Stan Wawrinka (Men’s Singles)

Court Suzanne-Lenglen

• Ugo Humbert vs. Lorenzo Sonego (Men’s Singles)
• Jelena Ostapenko vs. Jaqueline Cristian (Women’s Singles)
• Richard Gasquet vs. Borna Coric (Men’s Singles)
• Barbora Krejcikova vs. Viktorija Golubic (Women’s Singles)

Court Simonne-Mathieu

• Andrey Rublev vs. Taro Daniel (Men’s Singles)
• Laura Siegemund vs. Sofia Kenin (Women’s Singles)
• Chloe Paquet vs. Diana Shnaider (Women’s Singles)
• Nicolas Jarry vs. Corentin Moutet (Men’s Singles)

Exciting Matchups Across Other Courts

• Court 14: Dayana Yastremska vs. Ajla Tomljanovic (Women’s Singles), Grigor Dimitrov vs. Aleksandar Kovacevic (Men’s Singles), Sebastian Korda vs. Harold Mayot (Men’s Singles)
• Court 7: Veronika Kudermetova vs. Marie Bouzkova (Women’s Singles), Hubert Hurkacz vs. Shintaro Mochizuki (Men’s Singles)
• Court 6: Marta Kostyuk vs. Laura Pigossi (Women’s Singles), Kei Nishikori vs. Gabriel Diallo (Men’s Singles)
• Court 12: Donna Vekic vs. Lesia Tsurenko (Women’s Singles), Jack Draper vs. Jesper De Jong (Men’s Singles)
• Court 13: Alejandro Tabilo vs. Zizou Bergs (Men’s Singles)

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