Good question general. Why would he take it for granted?
So who has more pressure on them at Roland Garros? Nole or Rafa?
As far as ranking goes, if Nadal doesn't win 5 matches, doesn't make it to the semifinal, he loses his #1 ranking to Nole, even if Nole doesn't play. If Nadal doesn't make it to the final, and Nole wins Round 3, Nole is #1. If Nadal makes the final but doesn't win, and Nole makes the semis, Nole is #1. To guarantee #1 ranking, Rafa must win at Roland Garros.
Rafa is trying again for his 14th major to tie Pete.
Nole is trying to win his 1st Roland Garros title, which will also give him a career slam, and will get him back to #1.
They both have some pressure, I think Rafa is under more. Will it matter?
Respectfully,
masterclass