Roland Garros 2016: Men’s preview

Novak Djokovic

Kicked off 2016 with sixth Australian Open trophy but still
seeking elusive first title in Paris

Andy Murray

Struggling to find consistent form after birth of first
child. Semi-finalist in Paris for last two seasons

Stan Wawrinka

Stunned Djovokic to win 2015 title but suffered poor start on clay this year, losing early in Madrid

Rafael Nadal

Nine-time champion out to prove he can still compete at top level after streak of early Slam exits

PLAYER RECORD*

Djokovic Murray Wawrinka Nadal

2016 win-loss 28-2 13-4 17-5 22-6

2016 titles 4 0 2 2

Career titles (total) 63 35 13 69

Career titles (clay) 11 2 5 49

Grand Slams 11 2 2 14

RECENT FINALS: Dominant Djokovic and newly resurgent Nadal will start as title favourites at Roland Garros

2015 Stan Wawrinka SUI 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4
Novak Djokovic SRB

2014 Rafael Nadal ESP 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4
Novak Djokovic SRB

2013 Rafael Nadal ESP 6-3, 6-2, 6-3
David Ferrer ESP

2012 Rafael Nadal ESP 6-4, 6-3, 2-6, 7-5
Novak Djokovic SRB

2011 Rafael Nadal ESP 7-5, 7-6, 5-7, 6-1
Roger Federer SUI

Source: ATP

*Data correct as of May 5

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