Paris Olympics 2024: Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz vs Tallon Griekspoor-Wesley Koolhof preview, head-to-head, prediction, live streaming details

Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal are hoping to maintain winning momentum at Paris Olympics 2024.

Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal played their first doubles match at Paris Olympics 2024. They put on a dominating performance against the Argentinian pair of Maximo Gonzalez and Andrés Molteni in the opening round of Paris Olympics 2024.

Team Spain, featuring two of the most beloved players worldwide, treated their fans to an entertaining match. The going was certainly not easy as they were up against a formidable Argentine pair with a successful track record.

Contrary to expectations, it was the 38-year-old Nadal who thoroughly outperformed his partner and stole the limelight. The 14-time French Open winner showcased his class near the net with a blend of deftness and accuracy, all coming to the fore in the first round of Paris Olympics 2024.

While Alcaraz, not a regular competitor in the doubles format, understandably took time to get used to it, he found his groove as the match progressed. His ripping forehands left the Argentine duo with too much work to do. Spain eventually triumphed in straight sets, but the contest was filled with drama and excitement at Paris Olympics 2024.

Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz vs Tallon Griekspoor-Wesley Koolhof match details

Date: July 30, 2024 (Tuesday)

Time: 3 PM IST (Tentatively)

Venue: Stade Roland Garros, Paris

Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz vs Tallon Griekspoor-Wesley Koolhof

The Spanish duo engaged in a hard-fought yet entertaining match in the first round. The victory came against a high-ranked opponent making all the more confidence-boosting for the Spaniards as they advance to the second round of Paris Olympics 2024.

Nadal’s singles campaign came to an end in the second round against Novak Djokovic. Despite being dominated in the first set, Nadal’s resilience shone through in the second, as he staged a stunning comeback from four games down. Ultimately, it was the Serbian who prevailed.

Also Read: Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal head-to-head record

With his singles run over, Nadal’s sole focus now shifts to the doubles event, which might be a blessing in disguise. At 38, Nadal hasn’t had many rest days and might have faced the grueling prospect of playing matches daily if he were still competing in singles. The possibility of playing two matches in one day, as Alcaraz did on day one, cannot be ruled out either.

They will now face the Netherlands duo of Tallon Griekspoor and Wesley Koolhof, who secured a decisive victory in their opening encounter. Despite their limited time playing together, the Dutch pair demonstrated their potential by winning the first match in an hour. However, a formidable challenge awaits them in round two against the crowd favorites at court Suzanne-Lenglen at Paris Olympics 2024.

Head-to-Head records

Matches: 0

Rafael Nadal/Carlos Alcaraz: 0

Griekspoor/Koolhof: 0

The two teams have never taken on each other in the past.

Where and how to watch live streaming and TV broadcast of Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz vs Tallon Griekspoor-Wesley Koolhof at Paris Olympics 2024 second-round match in India?

The live telecast of the Paris 2024 Olympics will be available on the Sports 18 Network. Fans can also enjoy free live streaming of the quadrennial event on the Jio Cinema app.

Prediction

Alcaraz and Griekspoor, who will face off in doubles are first slated to play against each other in the second round of the singles event, giving the duo a clearer idea of what to expect in their doubles clash.

While the Dutch pair will have their tail up after a resounding win, it’s the Spaniards who face a much tougher opposition and a win will boost their chances of going all the way. This pairing is indeed one of the most popular and loved doubles teams, possibly of all time.

The spotlight will be on whether Alcaraz can rectify the mistakes he made in the first round and if Nadal can recover from his loss against the Serbian. These two factors will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match.

Two teams who haven’t played much together will go head-to-head, offering no clear advantage to either side. However, with the crowd as their third man and the experience the Spanish boys carry, they should emerge victorious in a far more convincing manner than against the Dutch team.

Prediction: Rafael Nadal/Carlos Alcaraz to win in straight sets

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