Rafa Nadal, in his fifth Olympic Games, will face his long-time rival Novak Djokovic in a highly anticipated second-round match at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
This match, marking their 60th encounter, is set for Monday and will begin after the conclusion of the game between Iga Swiatek and Diane Parry.
In Nadal‘s individual debut in Paris, he faced a tougher challenge than expected. Now, he is gearing up for a historic face-off against Djokovic, who has recently made a significant recovery from knee surgery and faced a loss in the Wimbledon final.
The two tennis legends have not faced each other for two years. Their last encounter ended with Nadal‘s victory, leading him to win his most recent Musketeers’ Cup.
This match will be their 60th, with Djokovic currently leading their head-to-head with 30 wins to Nadal‘s 29. Their rivalry has been one of the most iconic in tennis history, and this Olympic encounter adds another chapter to their storied competition.
Djokovic enters this match after a significant recovery period and a recent loss in the Wimbledon final.
Nadal has been gaining match fitness in Sweden and in doubles with Carlos Alcaraz. However, Nadal has faced some discomfort in his right thigh, which could influence his performance.
When is the Nadal vs Djokovic match at the Olympic Games?
The second-round match between Nadal and Djokovic will take place on Monday, July 29, in the second slot on the Philippe-Chatrier court, not before 06:00 AM (ET).
Where can you watch the Nadal vs Djokovic match on TV?
The match between Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic can be watched live on NBC, with online streaming via Peacock.
Where to follow the Nadal vs Djokovic match online during the Olympic Games?
Everything that happens in the match between Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic can be followed on MARCA English with live updates, and all the related news from the Olympic Games.