French Open Preview: Nadal Will Slay The Clay Again

The second Grand Slam tournament of the 2006 tennis season has arrived, as the French Open begins Sunday in Paris.

The French Open is the crown jewel of the clay court season, and the top players in the world have gathered to test their skills and patience on the slow, red clay of Stade Roland Garros.

Here is a look at the title contenders, sleepers and long shots in the men's and women's draws.

* Overall records are as of 5/20/06
** Betting odds as of 5/26/06

Men's Draw

Contenders

Rafael Nadal