Alexander Zverev discusses his upcoming first-round match against Rafael Nadal at the Roland-Garros tournament. Zverev expresses his preference to face Nadal at a later stage. They share a friendship, having bonded over video games on tour. Zverev humorously suggests they both have experienced misfortunes in their careers.
Zverev also addresses ongoing legal proceedings against him in Germany during the tournament, assuring it won’t impact his performance and campaign, and expresses his intention to play longer than Nadal before he retires.
Alexander Zverev in 2024
At the moment ranked no.4, Alexander played his last match on the 19th of May when he beat world no.16 Nicolas Jarry 6-4 7-5 in the final in Rome to win his 23rd career title.
At present, during this year the German has a composed 28-9 match record. The German clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Australia and Rome.
Rafael Nadal in 2024
At the moment ranked no.276, Rafael played his last match on the 11th of May when he lost to world no.8 Hubert Hurkacz 6-1 6-3 in the 2nd round in Rome (draw).
At the moment, during this season Rafael owns a composed 7-4 win-loss record.
He is also scheduled to play at the French Open (French Open) on the 26th of May and () on the 1st of July.
Alexander Zverev and Rafael Nadal clashed against each other 10 times. Their actual record is 7-3 for Nadal.