Sebastian Korda Draws Inspiration from Sister Nelly's Success at Roland Garros

Sebastian Korda, the younger brother of LPGA star Nelly Korda, is hoping to channel his sister's recent success as he competes at Roland Garros. Nelly Korda has been on a historic winning streak this spring, becoming just the third woman to win five consecutive tournaments on the LPGA Tour. Her dominance has inspired her brother, who is eager to make a mark of his own at the French Open.

Sebastian Korda has a tough task ahead of him in the third round, as he faces No. 3 seed Carlos Alcaraz. Alcaraz has been one of the most impressive players on the ATP Tour this year, and he is considered a favorite to win Roland Garros. However, Korda has a reason to be optimistic. He defeated Alcaraz on clay in Monte Carlo last year, and he believes he can do it again.

"He's been one of the best clay-courters in the last couple of years, so it's obviously going to be very difficult," Korda said. "We've played probably two years ago to the day, a third round, exactly. A night match as well.

"It’s going to be a fun experience, and hopefully I can play some good tennis. We'll see what happens.”

Korda's family will be cheering him on from afar, including his sister Nelly. Nelly Korda is competing in the U.S. Women's Open this week, but she will undoubtedly be keeping an eye on her brother's match.

"She's such an unbelievable competitor," Sebastian Korda said of his sister. "She'll do anything to win out there. She'll put her teeth into everything. She's a true warrior.

"Just watching her play right now, it's really inspiring to watch ... It's a lot of fun.“Luckily and unluckily, I was out of the tournament every time she was doing well, so I always had the opportunity to watch her. I would always watch the last couple of holes because I can't take watching it. It's just too nerve-wracking for me."

Sebastian Korda is hoping to make his own history at Roland Garros. With his sister's success as inspiration, he believes he can make a deep run in the tournament.

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