Thrilling Showdowns at French Open Day Eight
Day eight of the French Open features exciting match-ups as play begins under partly cloudy skies. Highlights include Jasmine Paolini versus Elina Svitolina, Aryna Sabalenka's face-off against Amanda Anisimova, and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz taking on Ben Shelton.

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The eighth day of the French Open kicked off under partly cloudy skies, with temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius. This set the stage for an action-packed day at Court Philippe-Chatrier, where last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini faces 13th-seed Elina Svitolina in a highly anticipated women's fourth-round match.
Aryna Sabalenka, the women's top seed, and reigning men's champion Carlos Alcaraz both face challenges from American players. Additionally, tennis enthusiasts are eager to watch Iga Swiatek, a four-time champion, take on Elena Rybakina, adding to the day's electrifying match-ups on Philippe-Chatrier.
Meanwhile, Court Suzanne-Lenglen promises its own excitement, featuring match-ups such as Alexei Popyrin against Tommy Paul, Liudmila Samsonova versus Zheng Qinwen, and Frances Tiafoe facing Daniel Altmaier. Fans can expect a full day of thrilling tennis as players vie for a place in the next round.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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