Rafael Nadal defeated Leo Borg 6–3, 6–4 in the first round of the ATP 250 event in Bastad on clay on 16 July 2024, confirming his status as the overwhelming pre-match favourite at odds of 1.02. Borg, competing at 29.16, offered minimal resistance as Nadal controlled proceedings across both sets on his preferred surface. The Spanish champion's dominance on clay proved decisive, with Borg unable to mount a sustained challenge in either set. The victory marked a routine progression for Nadal in his home region, where he has historically excelled.