Aus Open: Federer injury update- it's just pain and problems
4 years, 11 months ago

Aus Open: Federer injury update- it's just pain and problems

The Hindu  

Roger Federer is hopeful over his injury sustained in the Australian Open quarter-final, labelling it "just pain and problems" after his epic win over Tennys Sandgren. Federer saved seven match points in a thrilling 6-3 2-6 2-6 7-6 6-3 victory over Sandgren in Melbourne on Tuesday. "Hopefully we'll find out that it's actually nothing bad, that it was just the groin that went really tight from playing a lot, who knows what, from nerves. "I mean, look, if I can get through a match like this, through a match like Millman, yeah, you do believe," said Federer, who also had treatment on his right hamstring before the final set.

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Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne
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2 days, 9 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 …

Kyrgios suffers abdominal strain, casting doubt on Australian Open return
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2 days, 11 hours ago

Kyrgios suffers abdominal strain, casting doubt on Australian Open return

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from an exhibition event with Novak Djokovic scheduled for Thursday due to an abdominal strain, casting more doubt on the former Wimbledon finalist’s chances of making his Australian Open comeback this month. Kyrgios, who has battled a succession of injuries since losing to Djokovic in the 2022 Wimbledon final, said on Wednesday he had pulled out …

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open
2 days, 11 hours ago

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Nick Kyrgios faces another injury setback in his planned return to Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open after an abdominal strain forced him to withdraw from an exhibition with Novak Djokovic this week. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist, sidelined with wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open, said in an Instagram post Wednesday that an …

Injured Kyrgios pulls out of Djokovic exhibition, Australian Open return in doubt
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2 days, 14 hours ago

Injured Kyrgios pulls out of Djokovic exhibition, Australian Open return in doubt

India Today  

Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from Thursday's exhibition event with Novak Djokovic due to an abdominal strain, further casting doubt on his chances of making an Australian Open comeback this month. Kyrgios has played just one ATP Tour match in the past two years, with a persistent wrist injury casting serious doubt on his career. "I think I almost need a …

Novak Djokovic reaches Australian Open quarterfinals and ties a Roger Federer record
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic reaches Australian Open quarterfinals and ties a Roger Federer record

LA Times  

Novak Djokovic reacts during his fourth-round victory over Adrian Mannarino at the Australian Open on Sunday. Novak Djokovic was ruthless in a 6-0, 6-0, 6-3 win over Adrian Mannarino on Sunday to reach the Australian Open quarterfinals and match another of Roger Federer’s Grand Slam records. In a rare daytime appearance on Rod Laver Arena, the 10-time Australian Open champion …

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic emulates Roger Federer, Rohan Bopanna-Mathew Ebden advances
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic emulates Roger Federer, Rohan Bopanna-Mathew Ebden advances

India Today  

Novak Djokovic needed just 2 hours and 28 minutes to overcome his third-round opponent Tomas Etcheverry 6-3, 6-3, 7-6 at the Australian Open 2024 on Friday, January 19. Novak Djokovic emulated Roger Federer after reaching the fourth round of the Australian Open 2024. 36+ - In the last 45 years, only two players have reached the Fourth Round at the …

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist, backs schedule change in Melbourne
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Novak Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist, backs schedule change in Melbourne

India Today  

Novak Djokovic downplayed concerns about a right wrist injury ahead of his Australian Open title defense, saying on Saturday that he had dealt with more serious issues in his previous two successful campaigns. "I had time from the last match against De Minaur in the United Cup to my first match here to recover," Djokovic told reporters ahead of his …

Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist ahead of Australian Open
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist ahead of Australian Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic played down concerns about a right wrist injury ahead of his Australian Open title defence, saying on Saturday that he had managed more serious problems in his last two triumphant campaigns. “I had time from the last match against De Minaur in the United Cup to my first match here to recover,” Djokovic told reporters ahead of his …

Novak Djokovic provides update on wrist injury ahead of Australian Open title defence
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic provides update on wrist injury ahead of Australian Open title defence

India TV News  

Serbian great Novak Djokovic has provided an update on his wrist injury ahead of the Australian Open. Djokovic, the most successful men's player at the Australian Open, is set to resume his title defence with a clash against qualifier Dino Prizmic on Sunday. Djokovic picked up a wrist injury during the United Cup last week when he was playing for …

Watch: Novak Djokovic praises Steve Smith’s shot in a friendly tennis match
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic praises Steve Smith’s shot in a friendly tennis match

Firstpost  

One of the modern greats and former Australia skipper Steve Smith showcased his tennis skills during a friendly match against Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park. Smith even enthralled fans and Djokovic as well after successfully returning one of the Serbian legend’s serves on the centre court. From the sounds of it the selectors are open to trying things out,” the …

Watch: Djokovic bows down to Steve Smith as AUS star's brilliant return shocks Novak; Serbia legend then smashes a 'six'
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Watch: Djokovic bows down to Steve Smith as AUS star's brilliant return shocks Novak; Serbia legend then smashes a 'six'

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic, renowned for his dominance on tennis courts, showcased a different side of his sporting prowess on Thursday before the commencement of the 2024 Australian Open. In a unique event titled 'A Night with Novak and Friends,' Djokovic engaged in a tennis dual with Australia's star batter Steve Smith, tried his hands at batting, and engaged in multiple other …

Djokovic aims to keep firm grip on title, despite wrist issue
1 year ago

Djokovic aims to keep firm grip on title, despite wrist issue

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic is once again red-hot favorite at the Australian Open as he chases an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title, but a wrist problem and the emergence of Carlos Alcaraz is threatening to put his all-conquering reign on ice. The 20-year-old missed last year's event with a hamstring injury and arrives this time as a two-time major champion, world No …

Security Failed To Recognise Rafael Nadal At ATP Tour In Brisbane - WATCH
1 year ago

Security Failed To Recognise Rafael Nadal At ATP Tour In Brisbane - WATCH

ABP News  

ATP Tour Brisbane 2024: Spanish lawn tennis legend Rafael Nadal was surprisingly unrecognised by one of the security personnel while entering the Arena for the ongoing ATP Tour in Brisbane, as tennis players gear up for the upcoming prestigious Australian Open 2024. The incident caught eyes of the sporting world as both, the security personnel and Rafael Nadal, shared a …

Rafael Nadal Pulls Out of Australian Open Citing Micro Muscle Tear
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal Pulls Out of Australian Open Citing Micro Muscle Tear

News 18  

Tennis icon Rafael Nadal decided to withdraw from the upcoming Australian Open due to a micro tear on a muscle on Sunday. “Hi all, during my last match in Brisbane I had a small problem on a muscle that as you know made me worried,” his post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, began. Once I got …

Rafael Nadal to skip Australian Open 2024 due to muscle injury
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal to skip Australian Open 2024 due to muscle injury

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal will miss the Australian Open after the Spaniard suffered a small muscle tear during his comeback from a long injury layoff at the Brisbane International last week, the 22-times Grand Slam champion said on January 7. Nadal made his long-awaited comeback in Brisbane after spending almost a year on the sidelines with a hip flexor injury sustained during …

Rafael Nadal withdrew from the Australian Open with a hip muscle injury. His comeback is on hold
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal withdrew from the Australian Open with a hip muscle injury. His comeback is on hold

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Rafael Nadal’s comeback from hip surgery is on hold after he withdrew from the Australian Open with an injury a week before the start of the season’s first Grand Slam tournament. The 22-time major champion said Sunday on social media that medical tests he took in Melbourne revealed a small tear in a hip muscle and he …

Nadal to miss Australian Open 2024 due to muscle tear, flies back to Spain for treatment
1 year ago

Nadal to miss Australian Open 2024 due to muscle tear, flies back to Spain for treatment

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal will miss the Australian Open this month after the Spaniard suffered a small muscle tear during his comeback from a long injury layoff at the Brisbane International last week, the 22-time Grand Slam champion said on Sunday. Nadal made his long-awaited comeback in Brisbane after spending almost a year on the sidelines with a hip flexor injury sustained …

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Australian Open 2024 due to injury, to return to Spain for treatment and rest
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Australian Open 2024 due to injury, to return to Spain for treatment and rest

India Today  

22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal confirmed his withdrawal from the Australian Open, saying he suffered a setback due to a micro tear in his muscle during his quarter-final defeat in Brisbane International. Nadal, however, confirmed that it was not a recurrence of his hip injury and that he saw it as "good news" as he prepares to return to …

Rafael Nadal raises concern after ATP called out for Novak Djokovic injury ahead of Australian Open 2024
1 year ago

Rafael Nadal raises concern after ATP called out for Novak Djokovic injury ahead of Australian Open 2024

Hindustan Times  

With the ATP getting blamed for Novak Djokovic's wrist injury, Rafael Nadal has questioned the size of tennis balls in Australia after his Brisbane International exit. Rafael Nadal complained about tennis balls after Novak Djokovic's injury. Meanwhile, even Daniil Medvedev complained that changing tennis balls between events was leading to more injuries. Complaining over the size of tennis balls, the …

Injury concerns for Nadal after losing in the quarterfinals of his tour comeback at Brisbane
1 year ago

Injury concerns for Nadal after losing in the quarterfinals of his tour comeback at Brisbane

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Rafael Nadal has concerns over his surgically repaired left hip just three matches into his comeback from a year-long injury layoff, and just over a week before the Australian Open. With the Australian Open starting Jan. 14, Nadal’s rehabilitation from the hip injury and surgery that sidelined him for all of 2023 after the last Australian Open …

Former Australian tennis player John Alexander says medical timeouts need to change because of Novak Djokovic
1 year ago

Former Australian tennis player John Alexander says medical timeouts need to change because of Novak Djokovic

ABC  

Former Australian tennis player John Alexander says rules governing how medical timeouts are used in tennis need to be changed after Novak Djokovic had treatment on his wrist after losing the second set of his United Cup tie against Jiri Lehecka. Key points: The world number one went on to win the match after he had treatment on his wrist …

Rafael Nadal Undergoes Arthroscopic Surgery for Hip Injury
1 year, 7 months ago

Rafael Nadal Undergoes Arthroscopic Surgery for Hip Injury

News 18  

Rafael Nadal underwent an arthroscopic intervention on Friday to assess the hip injury which has kept him out of competition since the Australian Open in January with the result to be known on Saturday, the day of his 37th birthday. Nadal said last month that the injury has not healed as well as he had hoped and therefore he was …

Novak Djokovic happy with injury recovery despite semifinal exit in Dubai
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic happy with injury recovery despite semifinal exit in Dubai

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic suffered his first loss of the season in Friday’s semifinal defeat to Daniil Medvedev at the Dubai Tennis Championships, but he was pleased with his fitness level during the tournament, having returned from a hamstring injury. World number one Djokovic suffered a three-centimetre hamstring tear en route to winning the Adelaide Open before claiming his 22nd Grand Slam …

Djokovic ‘pain free’ as he prepares for return in Dubai
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic ‘pain free’ as he prepares for return in Dubai

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said he was now playing without pain after recovering from a hamstring injury as he prepares to return to the ATP Tour in Dubai this week following his record-extending 10th Australian Open title last month. The last few days it’s really getting as much practice as possible to get myself back in shape to be able to compete …

Djokovic blasts injury doubters as star hopes for US vaccine reprieve
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic blasts injury doubters as star hopes for US vaccine reprieve

China Daily  

BELGRADE — Top-ranked tennis ace Novak Djokovic on Wednesday said he was close to 100 percent after battling through a hamstring injury during his winning sweep at the Australian Open last month. Djokovic returned to No 1 spot for a seventh time after his victory in the Australian Open at the end of January, which was a record-tying 22nd Grand …

Australian Open: A perfect 10 for Novak Djokovic
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: A perfect 10 for Novak Djokovic

The Hindu  

“He’s the greatest that’s ever held a tennis racquet.” — Stefanos Tsitsipas, after losing to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final Tears of ecstasy, relief, and gratitude flowed from Novak Djokovic in the most memorable victory celebration of a Grand Slam title in history. “He has to play the perfect match to be in the match late.” Note P-Mac …

Watch: Deportation, injury, deflation - Novak Djokovic’s 10th Australian Open triumph trumps all
1 year, 11 months ago

Watch: Deportation, injury, deflation - Novak Djokovic’s 10th Australian Open triumph trumps all

The Hindu  

In drawing level with Rafael Nadal’s record 22 Grand Slam titles, Novak Djokovic reignited the debate about who is the greatest men’s tennis player of all time. Roger Federer, the third of the “Big Three” who have dominated men’s tennis for the past 15 years, retired last year with 20 Grand Slam titles. Novak Djokovic of Serbia rubs cream into …

Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic unsure on recovery from hamstring injury
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic unsure on recovery from hamstring injury

Firstpost  

Melbourne: New Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic said on Monday he hopes to return to action in a month’s time but is “not sure” how quickly his injured hamstring will heal. His 6-3, 7-6, 7-6 victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas saw Djokovic equal Rafael Nadal’s men’s record of 22 Grand Slam tournament wins and go back to world number one in …

Novak Djokovic Unsure on Injury Return after Australian Open 'Perfect 10'
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic Unsure on Injury Return after Australian Open 'Perfect 10'

News 18  

New Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic said on Monday he hopes to return to action in a month’s time but is “not sure” how quickly his injured hamstring will heal. His 6-3, 7-6, 7-6 victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas saw Djokovic equal Rafael Nadal’s men’s record of 22 Grand Slam tournament wins and go back to world number one in the …

Watch: Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears while celebrating with family after winning Australian Open
1 year, 11 months ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears while celebrating with family after winning Australian Open

India Today  

Novak Djokovic failed to hold back tears after winning the Australian Open 2023 and thereby clinching his 22nd singles Grand Slam of his career by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in Melbourne on Sunday. Djokovic, who wasn't allowed to participate in the event last year, was out to prove a point and looked fairly unchallenged throughout the duration of the competition. This …

Nadal provides update on hip injury sustained at Australian Open
1 year, 11 months ago

Nadal provides update on hip injury sustained at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal has confirmed he will miss the next six to eight weeks with the hip flexor injury he sustained at the Australian Open. “They confirmed the results from Melbourne and the recovery stages are still the same.” Hoy he estado en la Clínica Tenis Tecknon de Barcelona dónde me han realizado unas pruebas. Establecido los tratamientos a seguir y …

Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year's Australian Open after being deported from the country last year and having to play his matches with an injured hamstring after suffering the problem in Adelaide. "I always try to give my best, particularly in Grand Slams, because at this stage of my career those are …

AO 2023: Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge
1 year, 11 months ago

AO 2023: Djokovic says something extra fuelling Australian Open title charge

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year’s Australian Open after being deported from the country last year and having to play his matches with an injured hamstring after suffering the problem in Adelaide. “I always try to give my best, particularly in Grand Slams, because at this stage of my career those are …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic plays through hamstring injury to beat Grigor Dimitrov
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic plays through hamstring injury to beat Grigor Dimitrov

The Independent  

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'His days are numbered…': Boris Becker's bold retirement statement after Rafael Nadal's shock Australian Open exit
1 year, 11 months ago

'His days are numbered…': Boris Becker's bold retirement statement after Rafael Nadal's shock Australian Open exit

Hindustan Times  

Spain's Rafael Nadal suffered a shock exit from the Australian Open 2023 after getting defeated 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 to USA's Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the tournament on Wednesday. Rafael Nadal of Spain waves as he leaves Rod Laver Arena following his second round loss to Mackenzie McDonald of the U.S. at the Australian Open tennis championship in …

Rafael Nadal ‘destroyed mentally’ as injury curse strikes again at Australian open
1 year, 11 months ago

Rafael Nadal ‘destroyed mentally’ as injury curse strikes again at Australian open

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal said he was “destroyed mentally” after slumping out of the Australian Open with a second-round defeat Wednesday in which he struggled badly with a hip injury. Top seed Nadal said he wasn’t sure if it was a muscle or joint problem with his hip but it had been with him for “a couple of days”. “Sometimes it’s frustrating, …

Rafael Nadal battles hip injury in Australian Open loss to Mackenzie McDonald
1 year, 11 months ago

Rafael Nadal battles hip injury in Australian Open loss to Mackenzie McDonald

ABC  

A devastated Rafael Nadal says pride was a key factor in his decision to play on through injury during his shock Australian Open defeat, as he did not want to retire from the match as defending champion. Key points: Nadal was hampered by a hip injury in his loss to Mackenzie McDonald He says he was determined to finish the …

Australian Open 2023: Nadal beats injured Draper to reach Round 2
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Nadal beats injured Draper to reach Round 2

The Hindu  

Defending champion Rafa Nadal dropped a set but prevailed in a battle of fitness against rising talent Jack Draper to reach the second round of the Australian Open on Monday with an unconvincing 7-5, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 win. Typical thing when you are not in a winning mood.” It was a far cry from Nadal’s last match at centre court …

Nick Kyrgios out of Australian Open, will have knee surgery
1 year, 11 months ago

Nick Kyrgios out of Australian Open, will have knee surgery

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — A “devastated” Nick Kyrgios pulled out of the Australian Open on Monday — the day before he was scheduled to play his first-round singles match — because of an injured left knee that needs arthroscopic surgery. Kyrgios, a 27-year-old from Australia, was the runner-up to Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon last year in singles and teamed with good …

Djokovic’s quest to be the best
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic’s quest to be the best

Hindustan Times  

Few players know how to turn adversity into strength as Novak Djokovic does. The Serbian is aiming to win a 10th Australian Open title in Melbourne and, the title, if won, will also bring him equal with Nadal’s tally of 22 Grand Slam titles. “That’s why I keep on playing professional tennis, competition tennis, because I want to be the …

Novak Djokovic makes massive injury admission ahead of first Australian Open 2023 match
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic makes massive injury admission ahead of first Australian Open 2023 match

Hindustan Times  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic is back to Australian Open after missing out on the previous edition in 2022 due to his stance on mandatory Covid vaccination policy for Australia Visa. With his return, tennis fans are looking forward to an exciting contest as Djokovic tries to equal Nadal's 22 grand slam title victories in the race for winning the highest ever …

Nadal in rut, Djokovic on roll as Australian Open approaches
1 year, 11 months ago

Nadal in rut, Djokovic on roll as Australian Open approaches

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic own the two largest collections of Grand Slam trophies in the history of men’s tennis. Nadal, of course, is the defending champion at Melbourne Park — thanks to a comeback from two sets down in last year’s final, which he called “one of the most emotional victories of my tennis career” — …

Will Djokovic’s Australian cloak of invincibility survive last year’s tear?
1 year, 11 months ago

Will Djokovic’s Australian cloak of invincibility survive last year’s tear?

The Hindu  

At their peak, great players exude a sense of inevitability, a sense that even the most determined foe will ultimately fall short. Political storm Djokovic missed last year’s Australian Open when he was deported because his unvaccinated status breached the country’s vaccination requirement for in-bound travellers. Djokovic certainly felt the love at the Adelaide International, which he won, and spoke …

Djokovic cuts Australian Open practice short over hamstring issue: reports
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic cuts Australian Open practice short over hamstring issue: reports

The Hindu  

Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic reportedly cut short a practice match against Daniil Medvedev on Wednesday because of a left hamstring issue, five days before the Grand Slam. “It’s the hamstring that I had problems with in Adelaide last week,” Djokovic said, according to 9News. Djokovic, who won the Adelaide crown on Sunday despite the lingering hamstring issue, is …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic chases the dream of 22 Grand Slams
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic chases the dream of 22 Grand Slams

Live Mint  

A year ago, Novak Djokovic’s very public claim that he was heading to the 2022 Australian Open, despite being unvaccinated against Covid-19, on the basis of a medical exemption, was the first domino to fall. The men who could Djokovic wanting to right the perceived wrongs of last year may be the dominating narrative, but he is also eying Rafael …

‘Highly motivated’ Rafael Nadal ready for Novak Djokovic challenge in Australia
2 years ago

‘Highly motivated’ Rafael Nadal ready for Novak Djokovic challenge in Australia

The Hindu  

A “highly motivated” Rafael Nadal welcomed rival Novak Djokovic’s much-anticipated return to the Australian Open as “good for tennis” Wednesday, while brushing off suggestions this may be his last tilt at the season-opening Grand Slam. Nadal, who has a record men’s 22 Grand Slam titles to Djokovic’s 21, said he was happy to see his superstar rival back. Despite a …

Australian Open: Ailing Rafael Nadal Survives Denis Shapovalov Thriller to Keep Grand Slam Record Bid Intact
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Ailing Rafael Nadal Survives Denis Shapovalov Thriller to Keep Grand Slam Record Bid Intact

News 18  

Rafael Nadal moved to within two matches of a record 21st Grand Slam title with a dogfight five-set quarter-final win over Denis Shapovalov at the Australian Open on Tuesday. Nadal, the 2009 Australian Open champion, had his 2021 season wrecked by a chronic foot injury followed by a bout of Covid-19 in December. “I took some tablets to try and …

Australian Open 2022: Rafael Nadal feared he would never play again after foot injury
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Rafael Nadal feared he would never play again after foot injury

Firstpost  

Nadal suffers from Mueller-Weiss syndrome, a degenerative disease that causes a deformity of one of the bones in the central part of the foot. Melbourne: Rafael Nadal said on Friday that his foot injury last year was so bad he thought he might never play tennis again. The Spanish great is chasing a men’s record 21st Grand Slam at the …

Bad start: on Australian Open build-up
2 years, 11 months ago

Bad start: on Australian Open build-up

The Hindu  

In recent times, the season-opening Australian Open has been played against sobering backdrops. With Roger Federer also absent, the main drawcard is now Rafael Nadal, the only former Australian Open men’s singles champion in the fray. The Spaniard is locked with Federer and Djokovic on 20 Majors and can take sole possession of the record for most Grand Slam men’s …

Australian Open more important than any player: Rafael Nadal on Novak Djokovic
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open more important than any player: Rafael Nadal on Novak Djokovic

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal took a swipe at rival Novak Djokovic on Saturday as the world number one fights deportation from Australia, saying: "The Australian Open is much more important than any player." Ahead of the start of the first Grand Slam on Monday, Nadal told reporters at Melbourne Park: "Australian Open will be a great Australian Open with or without him." …

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