French Open 2024: Rafael Nadal gets direct entry through protected ranking
In Summary:
- Nadal participated solely in the Brisbane International this year.
- Osaka and Kerber also utilized the protected ranking method.
- The French Open is scheduled from May 20th to June 9th, 2024.
The entry list for the 2024 French Open was disclosed on April 16, Tuesday. Nadal, along with Marin Cilic, Denis Shapovalov, Kei Nishikori, and Kwon Soonwoo, secured spots via the protected ranking, despite the men’s singles draw’s cutoff rankings being at 99. Reference
In 2024, the 14-time champion’s activities were limited to the Brisbane International, where he reached the quarterfinals. Injuries prevented him from participating in the Australian Open and Indian Wells. Nadal is set to return to the court at the Barcelona Open on April 16. “I came here on a last-minute decision, not knowing if I could play,” Nadal admitted, underscoring the uncertainty surrounding his comeback. Despite adversities, his affection for the game and the Barcelona Open remains unwavering. “For me, it’s a gift to be in Barcelona,” he acknowledged, emphasizing the tournament’s significance to him. Nadal holds the No.9 seed via the protected ranking.
Novak Djokovic, Australian Open winner Jannik Sinner, and Carlos Alcaraz are seeded No.1, No.2, and No.3 respectively for the French Open.
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Kerber and Osaka also qualified through the protected ranking method. Both will make their comeback at Roland Garros after returning to tennis at the Australian Open post giving birth in 2023.
Iga Swiatek secures the No.1 seed, followed by Aryna Sabalenka at No.2 and Coco Gauff at No.3. Last year’s finalist, Karolina Muchova, won’t participate due to injury.
The French Open will be held from May 20th to June 9th, 2024.
