Rafael Nadal faced a significant defeat to Novak Djokovic in the second round of the men's singles tennis tournament at the Paris Olympics, losing 6-1, 6-4. This match, potentially Nadal's final appearance at Roland Garros, highlighted his struggle with age and injuries, having been out of form for the past two years. Despite his loss, Nadal remains focused on his doubles competition with Carlos Alcaraz, aiming to secure a medal for Spain. Nadal expressed frustration with constant retirement questions but stated he would decide his future based on his competitiveness and physical condition. Djokovic's victory keeps his hopes alive for an Olympic gold, with top contenders like Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek, and Coco Gauff advancing to the next rounds.