The Trevi Fountain in Rome provided a picturesque backdrop for the 2024 Internazionali BNL d’Italia draw ceremony, where Elina Svitolina and Holger Rune tossed coins for good luck.
Rafael Nadal, a ten-time champion, will make his likely final appearance at the Foro Italico this year. He will face a qualifier in the first round, with Hubert Hukacz as a potential second-round opponent. Rune, the No. 10 seed, will open against Daniel Altmaier or Luca Nardi.
Novak Djokovic, the top seed, will play Roman Safiullin or a qualifier in his quest for a seventh Rome title. Daniil Medvedev, the No. 2 seed, will face Jack Draper or Borna Coric, but is battling an injury.
Svitolina, the 16th seed, expressed her excitement for the tournament and the support of the Rome fans. She will play Sara Errani or Amanda Anisimova in her first match. Aryna Sabalenka, the No. 2 seed, will face Wang Yafan or a qualifier, while Iga Swiatek, the top seed, will play Caroline Dolehide or a qualifier.
Svitolina, who recently returned from maternity leave, emphasized the importance of sports for children and her hopes for her daughter to discover tennis. She is in the same section of the draw as Sabalenka.
The draw ceremony showcased the anticipation for the tournament, which will feature some of the world’s top players. The Foro Italico is expected to be filled with passionate fans eager to witness thrilling matches and the crowning of new champions.
