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PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal gets in final practice ahead of Roland Garros clash with Zverev

The 14-time champion practiced on Court 3 late Monday morning in Paris.

ByBaseline Staff

Published May 27, 2024

The day is finally here.

On Monday, Rafael Nadal will play his first Roland Garros match since lifting his record-extending 14th Coupe des Mousquetaires on Court Philippe Chatrier. The left-hander takes on fourth seed Alexander Zverev, who arrives with the Rome trophy in hand.

The 37-year-old boasts a 112-3 career record at the Paris major. He and Zverev have not played since their 2022 semifinal here, when the German suffered an ankle injury that abruptly forced him to retire late in the second set.

Making his final preparations, Nadal practiced for a half hour on Court 3 just before midday in Paris. Our gallery:

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Rafa gets ready for his session.

Rafa gets ready for his session.

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It didn't take long for Rafa to loosen up.

It didn't take long for Rafa to loosen up.

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Looking on to coaches Carlos Moya and Marc Lopez.

Looking on to coaches Carlos Moya and Marc Lopez.

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Time check?

Time check?

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The bulk of this practice entailed pummeling forehands.

The bulk of this practice entailed pummeling forehands.

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:)

:)

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Walking back through a crowd of elated fans.

Walking back through a crowd of elated fans.

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