Rafael Nadal knocked out in first round of potential last French Open appearance
by Andy Sims
May 27, 2024
3 minutes
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Rafael Nadal said he did not want a French Open leaving party, but he got one anyway as he bowed out to Alexander Zverev in the first round at Roland Garros.
The 14-time champion, known as the ‘King of Clay’, was roared on by family, friends and rivals at the scene of his greatest triumphs.
Unseeded after his long injury absence and still way below the peak of his powers,
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