Jannik Sinner: bitter admission by Rafael Nadal.

The words of Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal gave an interview to Cadena Cope’s El Partidazo ahead of the Paris Olympics: "I feel good, I am very happy to experience the Olympic Games again. This è a prize for me. Last week è it was hard, I did not play as I wanted".

"I did not come here to take a walk, I will try to give my best,” added the Spanish champion. I look forward to playing well and, historically, I usually raise my level when I represent Spain. I hope to have the extra energy I need".

He then commented on Jannik Sinner's absence: "I am very sorry for his absence, I have a very good relationship with him and his season è impressive. For me the top seed was already Carlos, even before his retirement. Then there was him and Djokovic. I think it will be a complicated moment for him, because one of the worst moments for me è was losing London 2012. I would have liked him to compete".

Rafa will also be engaged in the doubles tournament, paired with Carlos Alcaraz: "I have no doubt that he is the best player in the world. I have experience in some things, but this is not è always an advantage because he has a lot of spontaneity to deal with important situations. I think if we both are able to play well individually, the doubles will work. I will tryò to solve tactical situations that arise during the match, I can help, but Carlos handles tense moments on the court as well as or better than I".