Aryna Sabalenka could end the French Open as world number one but is resigned to the fact she will begin it against a player who "hates" her.
Carlos Alcaraz is ready to take top billing at a grand slam for the first time as he steps into Rafael Nadal's clay-court shoes.
Top seeds and favourites Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka have a challenging draw ahead of them at the 2023 French Open.
Danish sensation Roger Hune has set himself an objective to "win a Grand Slam this year" ahead of his French Open challenge after an impressive Italian Open.
Tony Blair was in Downing Street, Carlos Alcaraz a baby and Twitter and Instagram were non-existent the last time the French Open took place without Rafael Nadal.
Out of form Andy Murray has withdrawn from the 2023 French Open in Paris.