With Rafael Nadal's retirement and Iga Swiatek's struggles, the French Open enters a period of uncertainty. Several contenders, including Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Novak Djokovic, vie for the men's title. On the women's side, Swiatek faces challenges from Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and emerging talents like Mirra Andreeva, making for an open and unpredictable tournament.
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