2022 French Open: Nadal Reaches 14th Final After Zverev Retires Injured
Relentless Rafael Prevails in Thrilling Semi-Final
Rafael Nadal has reached the final of Roland-Garros for a record 14th time after third seed Alexander Zverev was forced to retire with an ankle injury during their semi-final clash. The match, which had been fiercely contested throughout, took a dramatic turn in the second set when Zverev twisted his ankle while chasing a ball and collapsed to the court in agony.
Despite receiving medical attention, Zverev was unable to continue and left the court in tears. The German had been playing superbly up until that point, having taken the first set and pushed Nadal to the limit. However, the Spaniard's relentless determination and superior experience ultimately prevailed.
Nadal's Historic Journey Continues
Nadal's victory sets up a mouthwatering final against Casper Ruud, who earlier defeated Marin Cilic in straight sets. The Spaniard will be bidding to extend his record-breaking tally of Grand Slam titles to 22 and secure his 14th Roland-Garros crown.
The final will take place on Sunday, June 5, and promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. Stay tuned to Eurosport for all the latest updates and live coverage of the thrilling conclusion to the 2022 French Open.
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