The 2024 French Open served up major 🔥 moments on Day 1 as rising superstar Carlos Alcaraz and four-time Grand Slam champ Naomi Osaka blasted through their first-round matches at Roland Garros!
Alcaraz, the 21-year-old Spanish sensation, showed zero rust after his recent arm injury hiatus, dismantling America's Jeffrey John Wolf 6-1, 6-2, 6-1 in under two hours. 💪 Fans cheered his signature power-forehands and cheeky drop shots on Court Philippe-Chatrier – a clear signal he's ready to reclaim clay-court glory.
Meanwhile, Japan's Osaka delivered a masterclass in focus under pressure, advancing in straight sets. The former world No. 1, who took time off last year for mental health reasons, told reporters: 'I'm here to play fearless tennis.' 🎾💥
With other top seeds cruising through early matches, this year's tournament is already shaping up to be one for the history books. Will Alcaraz's comeback story continue? Can Osaka add a French Open title to her collection? Stay tuned! 🌍✈️ (P.S. – Drop your predictions in the comments!)
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Alcaraz and Osaka lead other top stars to open French Open campaigns
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