Tony Estanguet was in Paris on Thursday to proceed with the Roland-Garros tournament drawThe site inevitably brings back memories for him, since the Porte d'Auteuil had hosted the Paris 2024 Olympic tennis tournamentsThe former president of the COJOP mentioned this story on the sidelines of the draw.
« When you want to organize the biggest sporting event on the planet in France, Roland-Garros absolutely has to be on the map of venueshe said. It is a place that has made the reputation of French sportwhich is a monument. In a way, it also represents France's image in the world of sport. Naturally, for us, it was fundamental. »
« I would really like to thank the French Tennis Federation. We were able to capitalize on the experience of the federation's teams. Because every year here is a success. The expertise and organizational excellence found here at Roland-Garros have driven the Paris 2024 teams to give their best.Estanguet points out. We were able to complement each other, offering a moment of slight separation. The idea was not to recreate Roland-Garros exactly during the GamesI believe that together we have succeeded in honoring this incredible place and celebrating the Games in a rather unique way. »
Novak Djokovic and Zheng Qinwen won the gold medal in singles. The two Olympic champions will compete in Paris in the coming days.
