Despite many ongoing clashes in the French Open, the tennis world is focused only on one. Rafael Nadal is facing Alexander Zverev, a nightmare match-up for the Spanish player and his fans. Their recent forms tip the favor of Zverev as he comes in after winning the Italian Open. However, Jannik Sinner believes that victory can go to anyone.

With the rain incessantly pouring in Paris, the organizers were forced to close the roof of the Philippe-Chatrier court. The outdoor clay match between Zverev and Nadal became an indoor match. As the world scrambles to predict the winner, Jannik Sinner, who sat down with Tennis Channel after his victory over Chris Eubanks, said, “Yes I’m gonna watch it. It’s gonna be a very interesting match. The situation is a bit different because it’s colder today. The ball isn’t bouncing that much. Also, they’re playing indoors.”

With different conditions, he believes, “But it’ll be interesting… Rafa won so many times here. He knows every single spot on the court. Sascha won Rome. He’s ready. Let’s see. I’m not good at predictions.” Sinner’s comment is one of the few that can be taken seriously out of many, as he beat Chris Eubanks 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 hours ago.

While Nadal is giving Zverev a good challenge, it is difficult to see a situation where he wins the match and gets to play further. Although Sinner believes victory could go to anyone, the former coach of Serena Williams believes that Rafa is in danger. She shares her thought process as she recalls the conditions of their previous match.

Serena Williams’ former coach gives Rafael Nadal a ‘5% chance of winning’

In the 2022 French Open semifinal, Nadal and Zverev fought for a chance at the title. With the roof closed due to rain, many predicted an easy victory for Nadal, but Zverev was not there for fun. After Nadal won the first set tie-break, the two were set for another tie-break in the second set. However, Zverev rolled his ankle and had to forfeit the match.

Reminded of the extent Zverev pushed the 14-time champion, Rennae Stubbs says, “If the roof stays closed it’s going to be even harder for Rafa. I think he has 5% chance of winning this match, sadly. But i have NEVER EVER EVER wanted to be more incorrect in my life! SO PLEASE LET ME BE WRONG!”

Like many, she is hoping for Nadal to find victory. However, Zverev has phenomenal momentum on his side, and chances of a loss are small. Regardless, many hope to see the King of Clay continue his run in Paris.