Rafael Nadal is in the Australian Open final barely two months after he was considering retirement
2 years, 11 months ago

Rafael Nadal is in the Australian Open final barely two months after he was considering retirement

Daily Mail  

Barely two months ago Rafael Nadal was discussing with his inner circle the possibility of waving farewell to the sport which has been his life. Yet securing Slam No 21 is one of two historic outcomes possible on Sunday when he meets the scrawny figure of Daniil Medvedev in the final of the Australian Open. Barely two months ago Rafael Nadal was discussing the possibility of waving farewell to tennis Yet securing Slam No 21 is one of two historic outcomes possible in the Australian Open final The other is that the 26-year-old Russian will become the new world No 1 and the first man in the modern era to back up a first major success with victory in the next one he contests. Nadal was unusually emotional after making what will be his 29th Grand Slam final The Spaniard made the final taking place on Sunday by defeating Matteo Berrettini Nadal's match had nothing like the arguments over stalling which accompanied his quarter-final win over Denis Shapovalov.

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AO 2025: Medvedev looking to disrupt Sinner-Alcaraz dominance at Australian Open
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AO 2025: Medvedev looking to disrupt Sinner-Alcaraz dominance at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Former world number one Daniil Medvedev hopes to once again become a tennis “disruptor” by breaking the Grand Slam duopoly of young guns Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Medvedev was knocked out of three Grand Slams last year by the duo, with Italian Sinner beating him in the Australian Open final and the quarterfinals at the U.S. Open. Since denying …

Australian Open 2025 Draw: Sumit Nagal to face Novak Djokovic in potential 3rd round, Sinner gets easy draw
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1 day, 20 hours ago

Australian Open 2025 Draw: Sumit Nagal to face Novak Djokovic in potential 3rd round, Sinner gets easy draw

India TV News  

Sumit Nagal was drawn against the world No.25 Tomas Machac in the first round of the men's singles at the Australian Open 2025 on Thursday. The top-ranked Indian tennis player could face the 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic in the potential third round in a blockbuster treat for Indian fans. Nagal made the headlines by reaching the second round …

Australian Open tennis 2025: Novak Djokovic handed tough draw, Jannik Sinner faces Jarry test
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2 days, 1 hour ago

Australian Open tennis 2025: Novak Djokovic handed tough draw, Jannik Sinner faces Jarry test

The Hindu  

World number one Jannik Sinner was drawn on Thursday against big-hitting Nicolas Jarry to start his Australian Open defence while Novak Djokovic is on a collision course to meet Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. Serbia’s Djokovic drew American wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy to start but has a huge task in front of him to win an 11th Australian Open and record …

Australian Open 2025, men’s draw: Djokovic projected to meet Alcaraz in quarterfinals, Sinner opens title defence against Jarry
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2 days, 2 hours ago

Australian Open 2025, men’s draw: Djokovic projected to meet Alcaraz in quarterfinals, Sinner opens title defence against Jarry

The Hindu  

1 Jannik Sinner will begin his title defence at the Australian Open with a first-round match against Chile’s Nicolas Jarry, as per the draw ceremony held in Melbourne on Thursday. Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will be up against rising American youngster Nishesh Basavareddy, who has been awarded a wildcard. Fourth seed and last year’s US Open runner-up Taylor …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne
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3 days, 2 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne

The Hindu  

The blazing fire of the golden era of men’s tennis has been reduced to dying embers without Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal but Novak Djokovic can send one last flame shooting into the Melbourne sky at this year’s Australian Open. “These are kind of the matches and challenges that I still strive for, to be in a position to play …

Nagal's dream year marred by AITA row, Nadal's goodbye amid Djokovic's piece of history headline riveting 2024
1 week, 6 days ago

Nagal's dream year marred by AITA row, Nadal's goodbye amid Djokovic's piece of history headline riveting 2024

Hindustan Times  

It was a dramatic calendar year that witnessed a tumultuous range of emotions. Indian tennis marred by AITA controversy amid Nagal, Bopanna's dream year Rohan Bopanna finally ended his long wait for a men's doubles Grand Slam title as the Indian, partnering Australia's Matthew Ebden, won the Australian Open trophy after defeating Italy’s Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori 7-6, 7-5. …

2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell
2 weeks, 3 days ago

2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell

The Hindu  

From the coronation of new Grand Slam champions to a living legend achieving sporting immortality, the 2024 tennis season had it all. She defeated China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2 in the final to become the first woman to retain the Melbourne Park crown since compatriot Victoria Azarenka in 2013. REVIEW | AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2024 Jannik Sinner clinched his maiden Major …

Andre Agassi: Alcaraz has Djokovic’s defence, Nadal’s power and Federer’s finesse
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Andre Agassi: Alcaraz has Djokovic’s defence, Nadal’s power and Federer’s finesse

The Hindu  

What sportspersons covet the most is the respect of their peers and appreciation from past champions. “Alcaraz defends like Novak, has power and spin like Nadal, and has hands and finesse like Federer,” Agassi said, on the sidelines of the TiE Global Summit 2024 here. “I think he’ll run out of energy more than capability, especially when the people you …

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic
1 month ago

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic

India Today  

Andre Agassi said that Novak Djokovic would find it “emotionally” harder to compete in professional tennis after Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired. Back in 2022, Federer pulled the curtains down on his career after the Laver Cup while Nadal bid goodbye to tennis after Spain’s tie against the Netherlands recently in the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. It made …

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior

The Hindu  

Youthful exuberance fuelled a record-smashing career that captivated the sporting world for 22 years. In his 2011 memoir, RAFA, his mother, Ana Maria Parera, explained, “He’s on top in the tennis world but, deep down, he is a super-sensitive human being full of fears and insecurities that people who don’t know him would scarcely imagine.” More than any champion in …

Lucky to have watched Nadal play: International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe
1 month, 1 week ago

Lucky to have watched Nadal play: International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe

The Hindu  

November 19 will forever be etched as a bittersweet day in tennis history. 10 days after Nadal’s retirement PBS News caught up with International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe, who shared his memories of the boy from Mallorca. Remember, he won two Wimbledon titles, including that epic final when he won his first Wimbledon, beating Federer in what …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement
1 month, 3 weeks ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, current and former players — from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek and Taylor Fritz and so many more — have been sharing their thoughts on what the owner of 22 Grand Slam titles meant to them and to their sport. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena …

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?

Daily Mail  

As the dust settles on Rafael Nadal’s retirement, the question arises: where does the great Spaniard rank among the best players of all time? VENUS WILLIAMS Years active: 1994-present Grand Slam singles titles: 7 Tour titles: 49 Weeks as world No1: 11 Only her sister prevented her finishing far higher up this list. MARTINA NAVRATILOVA Years active: 1974-2006 Grand Slam …

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon

The Independent  

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‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?

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Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam winner, retired from tennis on Tuesday as he lost his singles match and Spain was beaten by Netherlands in the Davis Cup 2024 quarter-finals in Malaga. Rafael Nadal bid final goodbye to professional tennis on an emotional night in Malaga on Tuesday as Spain lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Finals 2024 …

Davis Cup: Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis, expresses privilege of turning hobby into an illustrious career
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Davis Cup: Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis, expresses privilege of turning hobby into an illustrious career

Live Mint  

Malaga, November 20 : Following his retirement from professional tennis after the Davis Cup clash against the Netherlands on his home soil, legendary Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal expressed that he is extremely privileged to have turned one of his hobbies into an illustrious career and added that he moves into next chapter of his life with a "peace of …

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside

ABP News  

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal ends his sensational and iconic career with a defeat, as Spain have been eliminated from Davis Cup 2024 after losing 2-1 to Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam winner lost to Botic van de Zandschulp 6-4; 6-4 in Game 1 of the quarter-final tie between Spain and Netherlands, and the Dutch did not read …

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup

Al Jazeera  

Nadal’s superlative career was celebrated in front of his home crowd in Malaga after Netherlands upset Spain in the Davis Cup. “I had the luck that I had my uncle that was a tennis coach in my village when I was a very, very small kid, and a great family that supports me in every moment… “I just want to …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
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1 month, 3 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" …

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement

China Daily  

Carlos Alcaraz high-fives Rafael Nadal during a training session at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, on Sunday. AP FUENGIROLA, Spain — Rafael Nadal felt a hand on his left shoulder as he walked out of a conference room at a resort on Spain's southern coast on Monday, following his first question-and-answer session with reporters since announcing that …

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV
1 month, 3 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
1 month, 3 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, 3 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 retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis

India Today  

Like a gladiator bidding farewell to the arena, Rafael Nadal was overcome with emotion as the final chapter of his extraordinary tennis saga unfolded. The way I’d like to be remembered more is like a good person from a small village in Mallorca.” ðŸå¹ pic.twitter.com/WzWoiKNfpY — The Tennis Letter November 19, 2024 FIGHT UNTIL THE END True to his famous …

Rafael Nadal beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp

ABC  

Rafael Nadal's glittering professional tennis career has now come to an end following Spain's elimination from the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old Mallorcan, who last month announced he was ending his career after the Davis Cup, bows out following Spain's 2-1 defeat to Netherlands. Spain's world number three Carlos Alcaraz beat Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 6-3 in the second singles to level …

Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s remarkable tennis career came to end on Tuesday and he heads into retirement after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals at the Davis Cup Final 8. 2020: Nadal pulls even with Federer at major trophies Pulled even with Federer with 20 Slam trophies with a 13th title at the French Open, defeating Djokovic …

Rafael Nadal to open Spain’s Davis Cup quarter-final against Netherlands
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal to open Spain’s Davis Cup quarter-final against Netherlands

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Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup Finals 2024 Highlights: Nadal loses farewell match 4-6, 4-6
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup Finals 2024 Highlights: Nadal loses farewell match 4-6, 4-6

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp Davis Cup 2024 Finals Highlights: Retiring tennis legend Rafael Nadal lost his farewell match 4-6, 4-6 to Botic van de Zandschulp in a Davis Cup quarter-final singles rubber as the Netherlands took a an early 1-0 lead against Spain. Unfazed by the magnitude of the atmosphere in Malaga, Van de Zandschulp, who shocked …

Rafael Nadal handed critical role in Davis Cup farewell as potential final opponent confirmed
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal handed critical role in Davis Cup farewell as potential final opponent confirmed

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal is all set to play the opening singles match for Spain in the Davis Cup tie against the Netherlands on Tuesday in Malaga, according to reports. Spain's Rafael Nadal during a training session Earlier, it was speculated that Nadal would certainly play the doubles match, sparking hopes of his reunion with Carlos Alcaraz for the first time since …

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament

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Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’

Firstpost  

Roger Federer recalled his rivalry and friendship with Rafael Nadal as the Spaniard tennis legend gets ready to bid goodbye to the sport in Davis Cup Finals 2024. Rafael Nadal’s greatest rival and probably his best tennis friend as well – Roger Federer penned an emotional tribute for the Spaniard before he starts his farewell at the Davis Cup Finals …

Rafael Nadal will retire after Davis Cup with plenty of records, big numbers by his name
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal will retire after Davis Cup with plenty of records, big numbers by his name

Deccan Chronicle  

Malaga: Rafael Nadal was just 18 — and yet to win a Grand Slam title — when he first moved into the top 10 of the ATP rankings on April 25, 2005. He remained there for 912 consecutive weeks, until March 19, 2023, nearly 18 full years, the longest run of appearances in the top 10 in the half-century-plus history …

Rafael Nadal loses to Botic van de Zandschulp in potential final match
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal loses to Botic van de Zandschulp in potential final match

CNN  

CNN — In emotional scenes in Spain, Rafael Nadal, in his final professional tennis event, lost to Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Final 8 in Málaga. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Nadal and Federer leave the court together after the Wimbledon final in July 2007. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Nadal and Federer play an epic Wimbledon final …

Roger Federer tells friend and rival Rafael Nadal that he made him enjoy tennis more
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer tells friend and rival Rafael Nadal that he made him enjoy tennis more

New Indian Express  

MALAGA: Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal made him enjoy tennis "even more" during a rivalry that spanned 40 matches over 15 years. Writing on social media Tuesday, hours before the start of the Davis Cup Final 8, Nadal's last event before heading into retirement, Federer began his message with the word "Vamos" and said: "As you get ready to graduate …

Retiring Rafael Nadal gets heartfelt message from 'fan' Roger Federer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Retiring Rafael Nadal gets heartfelt message from 'fan' Roger Federer

India Today  

Roger Federer has written a heartwarming farewell message to Rafael Nadal as the former World No.1 gets ready for his final tournament as a professional tennis player -- Davis Cup Finals, starting November 19, Tuesday. Federer even had his retirement match -- a doubles encounter along with Nadal as they teamed up in the Laver Cup in 2022. The Swiss …

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 …

Rafael Nadal will retire after the Davis Cup with plenty of records and big numbers by his name
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal will retire after the Davis Cup with plenty of records and big numbers by his name

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal leaves tennis with plenty of records and big numbers by his name
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal leaves tennis with plenty of records and big numbers by his name

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal was just 18 — and yet to win a Grand Slam title — when he first moved into the top 10 of the ATP rankings on April 25, 2005. Here is a look at some of Nadal’s statistics, according to the ATP and the International Tennis Federation: — 22 Grand Slam titles, second among men …

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’s Davis Cup Record: Wins, losses and titles
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s Davis Cup Record: Wins, losses and titles

The Hindu  

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is set to retire from the sport at this week’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain. The Davis Cup Finals will be held from November 19 to 24 with the 38-year-old Nadal’s Spain set to face the Netherlands in the quarterfinals on the opening day. I don’t think I’ve been able to play without limitations.” READ …

Rafael Nadal says he's open to sitting out of Davis Cup Finals singles if he doesn't feel ready
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal says he's open to sitting out of Davis Cup Finals singles if he doesn't feel ready

Firstpost  

Nadal will retire at next week’s tournament in Malaga where he hopes to win a fifth Davis Cup to add to his 22 Grand Slam crowns. AP Rafael Nadal admitted Saturday that he may be forced to sit out the singles at the Davis Cup Finals where the Spanish superstar will call time on his iconic, record-setting career. The 38-year-old …

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to play each other for final time in Riyadh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to play each other for final time in Riyadh

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Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz will face Rafael Nadal in a highly anticipated showdown in the final of the 'Six Kings Slam' exhibition event in Riyadh. Alcaraz, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share the court with Nadal, who is set to retire from tennis. Despite the emotional farewell, Alcaraz will try to enjoy the match …

Rafael Nadal gave his all until he simply couldn’t anymore and had to retire: Analysis
3 months ago

Rafael Nadal gave his all until he simply couldn’t anymore and had to retire: Analysis

The Independent  

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Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’
3 months ago

Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’

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Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement
3 months ago

Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement

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Nick Kyrgios makes final Rafael Nadal request after retirement announcement
3 months ago

Nick Kyrgios makes final Rafael Nadal request after retirement announcement

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‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?
3 months ago

‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?

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