Tennis will make its grand return to the iconic Roland Garros for the Paris 2024 Olympics. The stage is set for a thrilling battle for gold, with a star-studded field of 184 players from 41 nations vying for glory.
Defending champion Alexander Zverev will be looking to retain his men's singles title, while Barbora Krejcikova and Katerina Siniakova aim to defend their women's doubles crown. Nikola Mektic and Mate Pavic will also be back to defend their men's doubles gold.
Tennis legends Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, and Stan Wawrinka will be seeking to add to their Olympic medal collections. Nadal, a two-time Olympic champion, will be aiming for his third gold in men's singles, while Murray, a two-time Olympic champion in men's singles, will be hoping to extend his medal count. Wawrinka, a 2008 Olympic champion in men's doubles, will be looking to add another medal to his tally.
The singles draws will feature 64 competitors, while 32 teams will battle it out in men's and women's doubles. The 16 mixed doubles entries will be finalized on July 23.
The field includes a mix of established stars and rising talents. Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Carlos Alcaraz are among the young players to watch, while Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek, and Stefanos Tsitsipas will be looking to cement their status as the world's best.
With a diverse field and a rich history, the tennis competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. The battle for gold will be fierce, and the world's top players will be eager to etch their names into Olympic history.
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