Roger Federer not consulted but informed about French Open delay before declaration: FFT

French Open postponement news has t only come as a huge surprise for players but also for sport's fans. French Open will w be played from September 20 and t on May 24 as it was initially planned as per latest anuncement. Ar development that me helines following  French Open postponement was that French Tennis Federation did t consult Roger Federer over change of dates of French Open as per latest news reports.

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French Open postponement: Roger Federer t informed about French Open dates 

According to French Tennis Federation (FFT) President Bernard Giudicelli, federation informed Roger Federer’s nt of ir decision to reschedule French Open but mitted y didn’t consult superstar himself. On Tuesday, FFT me a major anuncement when it decided to shift French Open dates. An official statement from Roland Garros said that decision to change dates was me in best interests of all tennis players, whose 2020 season has alrey been compromised as well as tennis fans.

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French Open postponement: Roger Federer 2020 schedule likely to get affected   

French Open postponement will also affect Laver Cup, which will be played during same time. Change in dates of French Open due to coronavirus is likely to overlap Laver Cup, which is also scheduled to take place at end of September 2020. Laver Cup is co-owned by record 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer. Laver Cup, which held its inaugural edition in 2017, is scheduled to take place from September 25-27 in Boston. Alongside Roger Federer, tournament is also likely to feature 12-time French Open champion Rafael Nal.  

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Rafael Nal knew about French Open postponement before official anuncement 

Even before official anuncement of French Open postponement was done due to coronavirus, re have reports that Rafael Nal knew about it alrey since  FFT officials kept Rafael Nal in loop regarding same.  According to French Federation President Bernard Guidicelli, Roland Garros tournament director Guy Forget got in touch with Rafael Nal before official anuncement.

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Laver Cup vs Roland Garros: Which tournament will Rafael Nal go for?

With official dates of French Open coming out, one wonders which tournament would Rafael Nal prefer playing.  current World .2, who won both French Open and US Open last year, was hoping to retain both crowns. However, due to a change in schedule, Rafael Nal will have a selection dilemma as tournament dates will come closer. Laver Cup is an exhibition team competition featuring best players in Europe against Rest of World. Rafael Nal is a vital member of Team Europe and his decision will have an impact on both French Open and Laver Cup.