The Spaniard claimed his first victory over a top-20 opponent since 2022
Alex De Minaur will try and beat Rafael Nadal for the second time in two
Rafael Nadal cruised past Darwin Blanch in straight sets on Thursday. It was the largest age gap between two players at a Masters 1,000-level event
Rafael Nadal showed sustained flashes of his vintage best in a statement
That had to feel good Rafa, no? With King Felipe VI watching on Saturday at the Mutua Madrid Open, Rafael Nadal rose to the occasion for his most notable win of the 2024 season. Taking on Alex de Minaur for the second time in as many weeks, Nadal avenged his Barcelona defeat with a 7-6 (6), 6-3 victory in the second round of the ATP Masters 1000 event. His win over the world No. 11 is Nadal’s first against a Top 50 opponent in the three tournaments he’s entered so far this year.While Nadal...
The hottest ticket yet at the ATP Madrid Open will involve the match
The big-hitting Czech won 7-5 6-4 in the Spanish capital.
Spaniard’s downbeat assessment of possible Paris farewellPlayer preparing to take part in Madrid Open on ThursdayRafael Nadal says he will not return to the French Open for a final appearance unless his physical condition improves significantly in the coming weeks, but he will do everything within his power to be ready to compete in Paris next month.“I don’t know what is going to happen in the next three weeks,” said Nadal. “I am fighting and doing everything I can in order to try to play Paris....
Rafael Nadal's spirited run at his final Madrid Masters came to an end when Jiri Lehecka defeated the 37-year-old 7-5, 6-4. Following the match, a ceremony took place celebrating the Spaniard's previous successes at the tournament, as five banners – one for each year he has won the title – were unfurled and a trophy presented. Nadal spoke after the match saying he hopes he has 'generated emotion and illusion' in those watching throughout his career. He is likely to retire later this year but the...
Rafael Nadal rolled in his first match at what may be his final Madrid
Rafael Nadal's illustrious career is nearing its end. Here's what we know about his 2024 French Open status.
Rafael Nadal could miss the French Open this year in what could be his final season on the tennis circuit, the Spaniard has revealed. Nadal has said previously that 2024 would be his last year on the ATP Tour and at the majors, with many expecting the 22-time Grand Slam champion to bow out after []