The world number 8 pair, who had finished runners-up in the 2019 edition, rode on their formidable attack to outwit the 25th ranked Lu and Yang 21-13 21-19 in the summit clash that lasted 48 minutes.
Rafael Nadal pulled away to beat Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 in the French Open final on June 5 for his 14th championship at Roland Garros and 22nd Grand Slam title overall, adding to two records he already owned.
If Rafael Nadal, 35, wins the French Open, he would become the oldest champion—Andres Gimeno was 34 when he won in 1972. That’s usually the kind of challenge he likes.
From Feb. 15, anyone who is not vaccinated against the coronavirus will need to show proof they tested positive for COVID-19 within the previous four months — down from the current six-month window — in order to enter sports venues in France.