Rafael Nadal wins again on return from injury in Brisbane
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal wins again on return from injury in Brisbane

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rafael Nadal continued his impressive return from injury with a dominant win over Jason Kubler at the Brisbane International. The 22-time grand slam champion played his first match for nearly a year following a hip injury in the opening round against Dominic Thiem and built on that performance by seeing off Australian Kubler 6-1 6-2. Sabalenka, who defeated Rybakina to win her maiden grand slam title at the Australian Open 12 months ago, saw off Zhu Lin 6-1 6-0 while Rybakina beat 13th seed Elise Mertens by the same scoreline. Russian 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva, meanwhile, is also through to the last eight after an almost-as-convincing 6-1 6-1 victory over Arina Rodionova and will next face another teenager in Czech Linda Noskova.

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Brisbane International: Sabalenka returns to final with win over Russian teen Andreeva
4 days, 20 hours ago

Brisbane International: Sabalenka returns to final with win over Russian teen Andreeva

The Hindu  

Aryna Sabalenka powered into the Brisbane International final with a 6-3, 6-2 victory over teenager Mirra Andreeva on Saturday, taking a step closer to a first trophy of the year before her Australian Open title defence begins later this month. 1 Sabalenka saved five breakpoints to edge a tight opening set against her 17-year-old Russian opponent, who had stunned the …

Aryna Sabalenka beats Mirra Andreeva to reach Brisbane International final against Polina Kudermetova
5 days, 7 hours ago

Aryna Sabalenka beats Mirra Andreeva to reach Brisbane International final against Polina Kudermetova

ABC  

World number one Aryna Sabalenka has overcome Mirra Andreeva's stern challenge to book a Brisbane International final berth against qualifier Polina Kudermetova. US makes United Cup final Photo shows Tomáš Macháč and Taylor Fritz shake hands after their singles match at the United Cup. The US is through to the United Cup final after Czechia's Tomáš Macháč abruptly withdraws from …

Brisbane International: Djokovic falls to Opelka in quarterfinals
5 days, 18 hours ago

Brisbane International: Djokovic falls to Opelka in quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s hunt for a landmark 100th ATP title ended with a whimper following an unexpected 7-6, 6-3 defeat by big-serving American Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarterfinals on Friday. Defeat was a huge blow for the Serb, who will bid to join Roger Federer and Jimmy Connors as players who have won at least 100 titles when he …

Brisbane International: Sabalenka sets up semifinal against Russian teen Andreeva
5 days, 19 hours ago

Brisbane International: Sabalenka sets up semifinal against Russian teen Andreeva

The Hindu  

World number one Aryna Sabalenka stepped up her Australian Open preparations as she overpowered Marie Bouzkova in straight sets to reach the Brisbane International semifinals on Friday. She now plays Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, who defeated Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur 6-4, 7-6. “Her movement is really great, she’s trying to get to every ball and make you play an extra shot …

Brisbane International: Andreeva, Dimitrov into semifinal in contrasting fashion
5 days, 23 hours ago

Brisbane International: Andreeva, Dimitrov into semifinal in contrasting fashion

The Hindu  

Russian teenage talent Mirra Andreeva and men’s defending champion Grigor Dimitrov reached the Brisbane International semifinals in contrasting fashion on Friday. With the Australian Open just over a week away, Dimitrov moved through when home hope Jordan Thompson retired injured in their quarterfinal. “It was a really tough match, especially mentally, because it’s always hard to play against a person …

Brisbane International: Andreeva, Mpetshi Perricard showcase Australian Open potential
6 days, 23 hours ago

Brisbane International: Andreeva, Mpetshi Perricard showcase Australian Open potential

The Hindu  

Rising stars Mirra Andreeva of Russia and Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard underlined their Australian Open potential with impressive wins at the Brisbane International on Thursday. The 17-year-old Andreeva demolished Linda Noskova 6-3, 6-0 in the women’s draw while Mpetshi Perricard downed fourth-seeded American Frances Tiafoe 6-4, 7-6 to reach the men’s quarterfinals. “My number one goal for the 2025 season …

Brisbane International 2024: Defending champion Dimitrov beats Hanfmann to ease into second round
1 week, 2 days ago

Brisbane International 2024: Defending champion Dimitrov beats Hanfmann to ease into second round

The Hindu  

Defending champion Grigor Dimitrov eased into round two of the Brisbane International with a hard-fought win over qualifier Yannick Hanfmann on Monday, but Holger Rune crashed to defeat. More from Brisbane International: Vukic advances in Brisbane with win over Goffin “I came here 15 years ago and since day one I’ve had that love affair, so I want to keep …

Brisbane International: Vukic advances in Brisbane with win over Goffin
1 week, 3 days ago

Brisbane International: Vukic advances in Brisbane with win over Goffin

The Hindu  

Australia’s Aleksandar Vukic sealed a 6-2 6-3 win over former world number seven David Goffin in the only main draw match at the Brisbane International men’s tournament on Sunday. He faces a potential meeting with defending champion Grigor Dimitrov if the Bulgarian can beat qualifier Yannick Hanfmann.He faces a potential meeting with defending champion Grigor Dimitrov if the Bulgarian can …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain. MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

Rafael Nadal's pro tennis career ends in loss to Dutch Davis Cup duo
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's pro tennis career ends in loss to Dutch Davis Cup duo

NL Times  

Rafael Nadal’s professional tennis career ended with the Dutch tennis duo’s victory in the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup. Nadal lost two sets to Botic van de Zandschulp, ending a 29-match winning streak in the Davis Cup singles matches over 20 years. Carlos Alcaraz kept hopes alive for Nadal by beating Tallon Griekspoor in the second singles match, but the …

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV

India TV News  

"I just want to be remembered as a good person and a kid that followed his dream and achieved more than what he ever dreamed," said a man whose career resume forced the announcer to take his own sweet time to go through at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in Malaga, Spain on Monday, November 19 as …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

Rafael Nadal’s tennis evolution into an all-time great: ‘Every year he improved’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s tennis evolution into an all-time great: ‘Every year he improved’

New York Times  

It was not a fairytale ending for Rafael Nadal, but to understand how he is adored in his home country and beyond, one only had to listen to the noise. He won that and thought, ‘OK, how do I get better to win the U.S. Open, to win Wimbledon?’” After losing the 2007 Wimbledon final, Nadal wept and thought to …

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup
1 month, 3 weeks ago

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal showed up at the French Open for the first time as a teenager in 2005 and left as the champion. 14: 2014 French Open Final: Beat Djokovic 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4 What He Did: Won a record fifth French Open in a row and pulled even with Pete Sampras at 14 career Slam titles. 7: …

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future
5 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Nadal and …

Nadal downed by dominant Djokovic
5 months, 1 week ago

Nadal downed by dominant Djokovic

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic of Serbia and Rafael Nadal of Spain hug after their Paris Olympics second-round match at Roland Garros on Monday. REUTERS Novak Djokovic crushed Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-4 in their blockbuster Olympics clash on Monday as the two titans met for the 60th and possibly final time. Nadal admitted Djokovic was the "clear favorite" ahead of their first clash …

Rafael Nadal reaches first final since 2022 French Open by beating Ajdukovic in Sweden
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal reaches first final since 2022 French Open by beating Ajdukovic in Sweden

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal reached his first final since the 2022 French Open by rallying to beat Duje Ajdukovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 Saturday at the clay-court Nordea Open. Spain's Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Croatia's Duje Ajdukovic during their men's semi-final singles match of the ATP Nordea Open After needing four hours to beat the 36th-ranked Mariano Navone in Friday's quarterfinals, …

Rafael Nadal Beats Cameron Norrie to Enter Bastad Quarter-finals
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal Beats Cameron Norrie to Enter Bastad Quarter-finals

News 18  

Spain’s Rafael Nadal trailed in the second set before overcoming No. 3 seed Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands 1-6, 6-3, 6-4, and seventh-seeded Nuno Borges of Portugal rallied past countryman Henrique Rocha 1-6, 6-4, 6-0. 2 seed Ugo Humbert of France 6-7, 6-2, 6-3, while Frenchman Quentin Halys defeated Lukas Klein of Slovakia 6-3, 6-7, 6-4. 2 seed Marcos Giron …

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal continued his Olympic preparations with a confident 6-4, 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie at the Bastad Open on Thursday, showing signs of the power hitting that fired him to 14 French Open titles. "Great feelings now, I've been a while now without playing on the Tour since Roland Garros and had the chance to compete well against a …

ATP Nordea Open 2024: Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters
5 months, 3 weeks ago

ATP Nordea Open 2024: Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal continued his Olympic preparations with a confident 6-4, 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie at the Bastad Open on Thursday, showing signs of the power hitting that fired him to 14 French Open titles. “Great feelings now, I’ve been a while now without playing on the Tour since Roland Garros and had the chance to compete well against a …

Olympic-bound Rafael Nadal returns to clay for first time in 19 yrs, wins 1st round tie with Casper Ruud at Nordea Open
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Olympic-bound Rafael Nadal returns to clay for first time in 19 yrs, wins 1st round tie with Casper Ruud at Nordea Open

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal returned to the clay courts in Bastad for the first time in 19 years by teaming up with Casper Ruud to win a first-round doubles match at the Nordea Open on Monday. Nadal won the singles title in southern Sweden as a 19-year-old in 2005 and this is his first time back since then as he prepares for …

Djokovic cruises at Wimbledon, Zverev crashes
6 months ago

Djokovic cruises at Wimbledon, Zverev crashes

China Daily  

Tearful Svitolina Svitolina wept on court after reaching the last eight for a third time with a 6-2, 6-1 win against China's Wang Xinyu in just 55 minutes. The 21st seed, wearing a black ribbon on her white shirt, was in action after Russia struck cities across Ukraine in missile attacks, killing 36 people and heavily damaging a Kyiv children's …

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz survives scare, Daniil Medvedev storms into 2nd round
6 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz survives scare, Daniil Medvedev storms into 2nd round

India Today  

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz fended off a valiant threat from World No. Alcaraz needed 2 hours and 23 minutes to beat Lajal 7-6, 7-5, 6-2 in a pulsating battle at the center court as fans had their money's worth. Lajal, playing in his first match in the main draw of a Grand Slam match, showed he is set for a …

French Open 2024: Andreeva stuns Sabalenka, youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since 1997
7 months ago

French Open 2024: Andreeva stuns Sabalenka, youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since 1997

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva said it was a "dream" to become the youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since 1997 with a shock victory over second seed Aryna Sabalenka, who was struggling with an apparent illness, at the French Open on Wednesday. Andreeva is the youngest woman to make the semis at a major event since Martina Hingis at the US …

Aryna Sabalenka faces shock defeat in French Open quarterfinals, loses to Mirra Andreeva
7 months ago

Aryna Sabalenka faces shock defeat in French Open quarterfinals, loses to Mirra Andreeva

Hindustan Times  

Aryna Sabalenka became the second seeded player to face an upset on Wednesday at the French Open quarterfinals, as she faced a three-set defeat at the hands of Mirra Andreeva. The Belarusian second seed faced a 7-6, 4-6, 4-6 defeat against Andreeva, setting up a semi-final clash against Jasmine Paolini of Italy, who defeated Elena Rybakina earlier on the day. …

Teenager Mirra Andreeva stuns world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka to reach French Open 2024 semifinal
7 months ago

Teenager Mirra Andreeva stuns world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka to reach French Open 2024 semifinal

India TV News  

Mirra Andreeva pulled off the biggest upset of the French Open 2024 by beating the world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarter-final of the women's singles on Wednesday, June 5. Andreeva, 17, registered a stunning 6-7, 6-4, 6-4 win over Sabalenka to become the youngest Grand Slam semifinalist since 1997. In the first women's singles semifinal, the world no.1 and …

French Open 2024: Rybakina and Sabalenka reach fourth round while Auger-Aliassime also advances
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open 2024: Rybakina and Sabalenka reach fourth round while Auger-Aliassime also advances

The Hindu  

Grand Slam winners Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka reached the fourth round of the French Open in straight sets on June 1. 1-ranked Sabalenka's best performance at Roland Garros is reaching the semifinals while Rybakina — the only player from Kazakhstan to win a major title — has one quarterfinal appearance here. Russian-born Varvara Gracheva of France advanced to the …

Nadal suffers potential farewell defeat, Swiatek dominates to advance
7 months, 1 week ago

Nadal suffers potential farewell defeat, Swiatek dominates to advance

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves to the crowd as he leaves the court after losing his first round match against Germany's Alexander Zverev. PARIS -- Rafael Nadal's glorious French Open career very likely came to an end as the 14-time champion suffered his first ever opening-round-defeat on Monday, losing to Alexander Zverev in three straight sets. Fourth-seeded Zverev handed Nadal a …

Rafael Nadal’s excellence at the French Open, as seen through the eyes of other tennis players
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s excellence at the French Open, as seen through the eyes of other tennis players

Associated Press  

At this point in Rafael Nadal’s career, he is most eager for one particular spectator to get to watch him play: His 1-year-old son. He’s like a wall.” Here are other players’ perspectives on what it’s like to face Nadal — and observations from some of the sport’s top women: “The thing is that, no matter which form Rafa is …

Djokovic follows Nadal to early exit at Italian Open in first match after being hit by water bottle
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic follows Nadal to early exit at Italian Open in first match after being hit by water bottle

Associated Press  

ROME — Novak Djokovic’s performance was so poor on Sunday that even the 24-time Grand Slam champion admitted it was “concerning.” Djokovic put on one of his worst displays at one of his favorite tournaments as he was upset by 29th-seeded Alejandro Tabilo in the third round of the Italian Open. It was Djokovic’s first match since accidentally getting knocked …

Rafael Nadal falls to Hubert Hurkacz in Italian Open second round
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal falls to Hubert Hurkacz in Italian Open second round

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal was knocked out of the Rome Open in the second round on Saturday with a 6-1, 6-3 loss to Poland's Hubert Hurkacz. Spain's Rafael Nadal waves to the fans and walks off the court after losing his round of 64 match against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Nadal will …

Rafael Nadal shows he’s not quite ready for retirement in a comeback win at the Italian Open
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal shows he’s not quite ready for retirement in a comeback win at the Italian Open

Associated Press  

ROME — For a brief stretch on Thursday, Rafael Nadal looked every bit of a weary 37-year-old player nearing retirement. Struggling to produce pace off both sides with his groundstrokes, committing an uncharacteristically high number of unforced errors and unable to stay in rallies, Nadal dropped the first set of his first-round match at the Italian Open against Belgian qualifier …

Rafa Nadal announces preparation plan for French Open after saying ‘goodbye’ to Madrid
8 months, 1 week ago

Rafa Nadal announces preparation plan for French Open after saying ‘goodbye’ to Madrid

The Independent  

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Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after winning his round of 32 match against Argentina's Pedro Cachin at the Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain April 29, 2024. Nadal's body withstood its toughest test yet at this Madrid Open in a 6-1, 6-7, 6-3 win over 91st-ranked Pedro Cachin on Monday. "I took more risks in the third set, but it's …

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after winning his round of 32 match against Argentina's Pedro Cachin at the Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain April 29, 2024. Nadal's body withstood its toughest test yet at this Madrid Open in a 6-1, 6-7, 6-3 win over 91st-ranked Pedro Cachin on Monday. "I took more risks in the third set, but it's …

Nadal beats De Minaur, reaches third round of career’s last Madrid Open
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal beats De Minaur, reaches third round of career’s last Madrid Open

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal has not played his last match before his home fans. The 22-time Grand Slam champion beat Alex de Minaur 7-6, 6-3 in the second round of the Madrid Open on Saturday, avenging a loss to the Australian less than two weeks ago. Nadal was cheered on by Spanish King Felipe VI, Zinedine Zidane and a raucous crowd that …

Nadal wishes he could play long enough for his son to remember him on court
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal wishes he could play long enough for his son to remember him on court

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal said he would love to keep playing long enough for his son to remember him on court, though the 22-time Grand Slam champion concedes time is not on his side. Nadal beat wild card Darwin Blanch 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the Madrid Open on Thursday, with his wife and one-year-old son Rafael Jr. watching on. …

Rafael Nadal eases to victory over Darwin Blanch at Madrid Open
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal eases to victory over Darwin Blanch at Madrid Open

The Independent  

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Madrid Open 2024: Nadal beats teenager Blanch in straight sets, faces De Minaur in second round
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Madrid Open 2024: Nadal beats teenager Blanch in straight sets, faces De Minaur in second round

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal thrashed 16-year-old wild card Darwin Blanch 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the Madrid Open on Thursday and will face Australian 10th seed Alex de Minaur next. Nadal, who last claimed the title on Madrid’s clay in 2017, broke again to take the lead in the second set and kept up the pace, giving a tennis masterclass …

Nadal says he is not 100% fit ahead of Madrid debut. Spaniard still unsure about playing French Open
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Nadal says he is not 100% fit ahead of Madrid debut. Spaniard still unsure about playing French Open

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal will play in the Madrid Open despite not being fully fit and didn’t seem too optimistic about his chances of being ready for the French Open next month. “It’s a work in progress for me, but I’m watching a lot more matches on clay, I’m trying to do my homework as best as I can.” Qualifier …

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur at the Barcelona Open of ATP 500 at Real Club de Tenis, Barcelona, Spain April 17, 2024. BARCELONA - Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in …

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur at the Barcelona Open of ATP 500 at Real Club de Tenis, Barcelona, Spain April 17, 2024. BARCELONA - Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in …

Rafael Nadal Crashes Out Of Barcelona Open With Defeat Against Alex De Minaur
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal Crashes Out Of Barcelona Open With Defeat Against Alex De Minaur

News 18  

Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in the Barcelona Open second round. “I’ll try to take a step further in Madrid, then in Rome, and if, in any tournament it’s worth going out there to give everything and die, it’s in Paris.” …

Rafael Nadal loses to De Minaur in second round at Barcelona
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal loses to De Minaur in second round at Barcelona

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal's first tournament since January lasted only two matches with the Spaniard losing 7-5, 6-1 to Alex de Minaur at the clay-court Barcelona Open on Wednesday. Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur Nadal, back from an injury layoff, looked like his old self for brief moments in the second-round …

Rafael Nadal to make long-awaited return next week in Barcelona
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal to make long-awaited return next week in Barcelona

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal has played just once, in an exhibition match, since he felt a hip injury flare-up at the Brisbane International in January Clay specialist Rafael Nadal has been granted a wildcard entry into the ATP Barcelona Open. Reuters Rafael Nadal said it will be “a joy” to return to competitive action next week for the first time since January …

Grigor Dimitrov ousts top-seed Carlos Alcaraz in Miami Open quarters; Elena Rybakina in final
9 months, 1 week ago

Grigor Dimitrov ousts top-seed Carlos Alcaraz in Miami Open quarters; Elena Rybakina in final

Hindustan Times  

Eleventh-seeded Grigor Dimitrov came out strong against top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz on Thursday night and went on to win 6-2, 6-4 in the Miami Open quarterfinals, his first victory over a top-five player in nearly five years. Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria celebrates after defeating Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during the Miami Open tennis tournament Fourth-seeded Alexander Zverev, who beat unseeded Fabian …

Indian Wells: Rafa Nadal replacement Nagal gets knocked out in first-round
10 months ago

Indian Wells: Rafa Nadal replacement Nagal gets knocked out in first-round

The Hindu  

Sumit Nagal was handed a straight-set defeat by Canada’s Milos Raonic in the opening round of the BNP Paribas Open here, bringing a swift end to the Indian tennis player’s campaign after he made the main draw as a ‘lucky loser’ due to Rafael Nadal’s pullout. Nagal, who is ranked 101st in the ATP charts, went down 3-6, 3-6 in …

Healthy signs for Rafa in Vegas test
10 months ago

Healthy signs for Rafa in Vegas test

China Daily  

Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal greet each other at the Netflix Slam in Las Vegas on Sunday. GETTY IMAGES/AFP LAS VEGAS — There has been plenty of mystery around Rafael Nadal and his health because he has played just 12 official matches since the 2022 US Open. The 22-time Grand Slam winner played an unofficial event on Sunday, losing to …

Nadal hails ‘amazing’ Alcaraz after exhibition defeat
10 months ago

Nadal hails ‘amazing’ Alcaraz after exhibition defeat

The Hindu  

Rafa Nadal said one good thing about nearing the end of his career is that he will not have to face Carlos Alcaraz too many times after the 37-year-old Spaniard lost to his compatriot in an exhibition match in Las Vegas on Sunday. “It’s a good thing that as a player I will not face him many times,” said Nadal, …

Qatar Open 2024: Rybakina beats Pavlyuchenkova to set up final clash with Swiatek
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Qatar Open 2024: Rybakina beats Pavlyuchenkova to set up final clash with Swiatek

The Hindu  

Third seed Elena Rybakina is into the final of the Qatar Open after a 6-2 6-4 win over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in Friday’s semifinal and will now meet world number one Iga Swiatek in the decider. After an even opening, Rybakina served to love to make it 2-2 before going on to break the Russian’s serve twice in the first set. …

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