No Alcaraz, no party? Five reasons not to miss this year’s French Open
Summary
The French Open has started without defending men’s champion Carlos Alcaraz, who is injured. Fans are watching Italy’s Jannik Sinner as a top contender while celebrating French player Gaël Monfils playing his last French Open before retirement. On the women’s side, Elina Svitolina is a strong competitor after recent wins.Key Facts
- Carlos Alcaraz, last year’s French Open champion, is not playing due to injury.
- Jannik Sinner, the world No.1 and 2025 French Open champion, is a favorite to win this year’s tournament.
- Novak Djokovic, 38 years old, is competing but has played only one clay match this year and is not in top form.
- Gaël Monfils, a popular French player aged 39, is retiring after this season and playing his final French Open.
- Monfils is known for his entertaining style and has never won a Grand Slam but is beloved by fans.
- Monfils recently played a farewell exhibition match with his wife and other French tennis stars.
- Elina Svitolina is a top contender in the women’s draw, having just won the Italian Open.
- Svitolina recently defeated high-ranked players and has strong support from French fans.
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