Paris Olympics 2024/Tennis: Djokovic dominates Nadal in a Roland Garros clash
The 60th clash between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal was a marquee event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
On Monday, Djokovic, the world’s number two player, eliminated his Spanish rival in the second round, affirming his superior form on the iconic Roland Garros clay.
Under the afternoon sun, the highly anticipated match saw two of tennis’s greatest athletes face off.
Nadal, visibly hampered by a leg injury and sporting a bandage, couldn’t match Djokovic’s intensity.
The Serbian ace took control early, breezing through the first set with a 6-1 victory in under forty minutes.
The second set initially seemed like a repeat, with Djokovic racing to a 4-0 lead. Nadal, however, fought back, leveling the score at 4-4.
Yet, the comeback was short-lived as Djokovic regained his composure and closed out the set 6-4, sealing his straight-sets victory.
With this win, Djokovic advances to the third round of the Olympic tournament, leaving the Parisian crowd to marvel at his exceptional skill and tenacity.
Despite Nadal’s efforts, it was Djokovic’s day, underscoring his relentless pursuit of Olympic success.
