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☆ Rafael Nadal added to Spain’s Davis Cup team after injury issues
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-24 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal has been named in Spain’s Davis Cup team for the Final Eight matches in November, organizers announced Monday. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images 2007 — In 2007, the then 20-year-old Nadal's status as the 'King of Clay' was sealed. At that year's French Open, Nadal opted for the reverse of 2006's top-bandana combo -- this time with matching trainers to boot. Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images 2009 — Nadal's first dramatic transformation came in 2009. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images 2010 — In 2010, Nadal bounced back from the 2009 disappointment with a daring multicolored number.

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☆ Olympics tennis analysis: Novak Djokovic shows Rafael Nadal no mercy at Paris Games
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Matthew Futterman | Charlie Eccleshare | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +9 min

Follow live coverage of day 3 at the 2024 Paris OlympicsPARIS — Novak Djokovic dispatched Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-4 in the second round of the 2024 Paris Olympic’s men’s singles at Roland Garros on Monday. AdvertisementDespite a stunning run of four games in the second set in which Nadal showed flashes of his old self — and exploited the scar tissue he has inflicted on Djokovic over the years — the Serbian recovered to see out the second set. In the Wimbledon final earlier this month, Djokovic had suffered at the hands of Carlos Alcaraz with the same shot. Nadal missed his forehand wide after it ticked the net, and Djokovic had the advantage he would never come close to giving up. GO DEEPER How Andy Murray survived five match points - and saved his tennis career - in ParisCharlie EccleshareWhat did Rafael Nadal say after the match?

Persons: PARIS — Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Djokovic, Nadal, Charlie Eccleshare, Matt Futterman, he’d, Philippe, Juanjo Martin, Nadal’s, Marton Fucsovics, Carlos Alcaraz, Jari, Chatrier, backpedalling, didn’t, hasn’t, Andy Murray, Murray, Paris Charlie Eccleshare, Novak Djokovic, “, he’s, ”, …, wasn’t, Andrzej Iwanczuk Organizations: PARIS, Djokovic, Wimbledon, Nadal, Serbian, Getty Locations: Paris, Eurasia, Serbian

☆ What to watch at Olympics today: Swimming, skateboarding and U.S. women’s hoops
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Lukas Weese | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +7 min

Monday will see five swimming finals at Paris La Defense Arena, the first game for the U.S. women’s basketball team and the men’s gymnastics team final. The Americans have won seven consecutive Olympic gold medals — last missing the top of the podium in 1992. He also won gold at the 2021 world championships and the 2023 X Games in the street competition. Then the Tokyo Olympics happenedJapan’s Coco Yoshizawa, 14, won gold in the women’s street final Sunday. My pick is American Torri Huske winning her first Olympic gold in the women’s 100-meter butterfly.

Persons: It’s, — Sabrina Ionescu, Jackie Young —, A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Morgan, Taurasi, Titmus, McIntosh, Peacock, Summer McIntosh, Katie Ledecky, Canada’s, Paris Olympics Nadal, Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Philippe, Nadal, Roland Garros, Carlos Alcaraz, Nyjah Huston, Patrick Smith, Japan’s, Jagger Eaton, Japan’s Coco Yoshizawa, Asher Hong, Paul Juda, Brody Malone, Stephen Nedoroscik, Fred Richard, they’ll, Jenna Flynn Organizations: Paris Games, Paris La Defense, U.S, USA, Japan, NBC, Olympic, Paris Olympics, Roland, Nadal, Los Angeles Games, Greece, The U.S, Spain Locations: Paris, Villeneuve, d’Ascq, France, Japan, U.S, Belgium, Germany, Australian, Canada, Tokyo, United States, Beijing, China, Spain, The

☆ Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic in straight sets to defend Wimbledon crown
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-14 | by ( Aimee Lewis | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

In defeating Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon men’s final in straight sets – a straightforward 6-2 6-2 7-6 (7-4) victory against one of the sport’s greats – Alcaraz became the first Spaniard to successfully defend his Wimbledon crown, a feat not even Rafael Nadal had managed. Not even the “Big Three” of Federer, Nadal and Djokovic had won as many grand slams at such an age. Nadal was 22 by the time he had won four, Federer 23 and Djokovic 24. Extraordinary tennisThe match started in Technicolor, a 14-minute opening game which ended with Alcaraz breaking Djokovic. Perhaps the achievement of reaching a major final after suffering a meniscus tear during the French Open should not be lost in the aftermath of this contest.

Persons: hasn’t, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, – Alcaraz, Rafael Nadal, Djokovic, Rod Laver, Bjorn Borg, Nadal, Roger Federer, “, Roland Garros, ”, “ I’m, Alcaraz, Paul Childs, Federer, Andrej Isakovic, He’s, John McEnroe, Djokovic’s Organizations: CNN, Wimbledon, Serb, French, Reuters, Federer, Djokovic, ATP, Alcaraz, Getty, BBC Sport, WImbledon Locations: AFP

☆ Rafael Nadal: In possibly his last French Open appearance, Spanish star prepares to take on Alexander Zverev
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-27 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —It might be the last dance for the ‘King of Clay.’In what could be his final French Open appearance ever, Rafael Nadal is set to take on world No. 4 Alexander Zverev in the first round of the tournament on Monday. How to watchNadal and Zverev are currently scheduled in the third match of the day on Court Philippe Chatrier – Roland Garros’ showpiece venue – and the contest is slated to begin around 8:30 a.m. NBC and streaming service Peacock begin their Monday coverage of the French Open at 11 a.m. 2 Zverev, widely tipped as one of the favorites to win the tournament in Paris.

Persons: Clay, ’, Rafael Nadal, Alexander Zverev, Nadal, Zverev, Philippe Chatrier – Roland Garros, Peacock, Roland Garros, “, Boris Becker, Nadal’s, ” Organizations: CNN, ATP, ATP Tour, Tennis Channel, NBC, Eurosport, Warner Bros ., CNN Sport, Nadal Locations: Paris, Rome

☆ Rafael Nadal vs Alexander Zverev preview: Nadal’s French Open aura is an opponent
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-26 | by ( Matthew Futterman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +10 min

Fans streamed through the gates, packing Roland Garros, lining up for crepes and champagne and Aperol spritzes. If that latter court is his living room, then the grounds at Roland Garros are his estate. Ever since then, Zverev has wanted another shot at playing Nadal at Roland Garros — though not in the first round, more like a semifinal or a final. The idea of playing Nadal on this clay sends chills through the spines of so many players. In 2022, I remember he came into Roland Garros not winning Monte Carlo, not winning Madrid, not winning Rome.

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☆ French Open: ‘I don’t know any other record in any other sport that equals Rafael Nadal’s French Open success,’ says Boris Becker
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-26 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

I don’t know any other record in any other sport that equals that.”Becker points to some of tennis’ greats, himself included, that failed to win the French Open to further highlight the absurdity of Nadal’s record in Paris. So there’s no shame in not winning the French Open,” said the 56-year-old German. Nadal won the first grand slam of his career at the 2005 French Open. Nadal, it goes without saying, is always the darling of the French Open crowd and has enjoyed vociferous support in some of his toughest matches. The French Open was the only grand slam Becker failed to win.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, Roland Garros, Roger Federer, – Nadal, Nadal’s, Clay, –, “, Boris Becker, ” Becker, Bjorn, Borg, Pete, Sampras, Stefan, Edberg, Becker, ”, Nadal, Christophe Ena, he’s, “ Clay, Philippe Chatrier Organizations: CNN, partizan, Getty Locations: Paris

☆ Rafael Nadal withdraws from 2024 Indian Wells tournament
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-07 | by ( Jacob Lev | Dalia Faheid | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, the night before he was scheduled to face Canadian Milos Raonic in the first round, he announced on social media Wednesday. In an announcement on X, the 22-time Grand Slam winner said he’s dropping out of the tennis tournament because he doesn’t feel prepared enough to compete at “the highest level.” The three-time Indian Wells champion holds a 59-11 record at Indian Wells, according to ATP Tour. “It is with great sadness that I have to withdraw from this amazing tournament at Indian Wells,” Nadal wrote. The BNP Paribas Open runs through March 17 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Nadal said in May 2023 that 2024 would likely be his last year on tour, though he didn’t rule out continuing past that date.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, Milos Raonic, he’s, ” Nadal, That’s, Sumit Nagal, Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Alcaraz, “, Tommy Haas, ”, ” Haas Organizations: CNN, BNP, Indian Wells, ATP Tour, Raonic, Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Brisbane International, Netflix Locations: Spanish, Indian Wells , California, Indian, Indian Wells, Las Vegas

☆ Novak Djokovic, Back in New York and Loving It as Never Before
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-27 | by ( Matthew Futterman | More About Matthew Futterman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

“The matches are going to get tougher, more demanding as the tournament progresses,” he said between bites. He has become the elder legend of the sport and solidified his status as the greatest player of the modern era. Djokovic prevailed in their first match at the French Open, where Alcaraz succumbed to stress-induced cramping, but lost in five thrilling sets in the Wimbledon final. Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner of Italy and Holger Rune of Denmark, he said, are members of a generation that unapologetically believes it is capable of beating him to win big tournaments. “My role nowadays is to prevent them from that,” he said with the sly grin that has become a late-career trademark.

Persons: ”, I’m, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Alcaraz, Italy, Holger Rune of Denmark Organizations: Alcaraz, Wimbledon Locations: Spanish, U.S

☆ Novak Djokovic's run to 22 Grand Slam titles
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-29 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +8 min

MELBOURNE, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic beat Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian final on Sunday to win a men's record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title. Tally: Federer 13; Nadal 5; Djokovic 12009: Nadal won his first hardcourt Grand Slam title, edging out Federer in five sets in Australian Open final. Tally: Federer 16; Nadal 10; Djokovic 42012: Djokovic overcame Nadal in the longest Grand Slam final in Open Era to win his third Australian Open title. Nadal maintained his stranglehold on the French Open, before holding off Daniil Medvedev in the U.S. Open final to move within one of Federer's Grand Slam haul. Tally: Nadal 22, Djokovic 21; Federer 202023: Djokovic won a record-extending 10th Australian Open title by beating Tsitsipas for his 22nd Grand Slam title, equalling Nadal's record.

☆ Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek open Australian Open as big favorites
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-15 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

January 15 - Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek are massive favorites to win their respective draws ahead of the start of the Australian Open on Sunday night. Djokovic makes his return to Melbourne after being deported ahead of last year's tournament because he was not vaccinated against COVID-19. He is seeking a 10th Australian Open title, which would also pull him into a tie with Rafael Nadal for the most major titles of all time with 22. Fritz, 25, is seeking his first major title and faces a potential semifinal match against Djokovic if he can get that far. Ons Jabeur was turned back in the finals at Wimbledon and the U.S. Open last year.

☆ Greatness Skipped a Generation During Tennis’s ‘Big Three’ Era
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-22 | by ( Joshua Robinson | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

The era of the “Big Three” in men’s tennis ended last week with a farewell post on Roger Federer’s Instagram account. To tell you how long he had been around, Federer had 16 major titles by the time Instagram was invented. During that time, the Big Three delayed the question of who might succeed them simply by sticking around. Federer won an Australian Open at age 37. Nadal and Djokovic—36 and 35, respectively—took three of the four Grand Slam tournaments this season.

☆ Rafael Nadal a câştigat turneul ATP Masters de la Roma
▼ + stars: | 2021-05-17 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: 1 min

Rafael Nadal a câştigat turneul ATP Masters de la Roma. Tenismanul spaniol l-a învins, în finală, pe liderul mondial Novak Djokovic. Nadal s-a impus în trei seturi cu scorul de 7-5 1-6 6-3 într-o partidă ce a durat aproape trei ore."El Matador" a cucerit, astfel, pentru a 10-a oară trofeul la turneul din capitala Italiei. Acesta a fost cel de-al 57-lea meci direct dintre cei doi tenismeni și totodată a șasea finală de la turneul de la Roma. Grație acestui succes, Rafael Nadal l-a egalat pe rivalul Novak Djokovic la numărul de turnee Masters câștigate de-a lungul carierei.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, Tenismanul, Novak Djokovic, Nadal Organizations: Masters Locations: Roma, Italiei

☆ Turneul de Mare Șlem de la Roland Garros a fost amânat cu o săptămână
▼ + stars: | 2021-04-08 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: +1 min

Turneul de Mare Șlem de la Roland Garros a fost amânat cu o săptămână. Federația franceză de tenis a confirmat oficial că competiția se va desfășura între 30 mai și 13 iunie.Decizia a fost luată pentru a mări șansele ca turneul să se poată juca în fața unui număr cât mai mare posibil de spectatori, dar, totodată, să fie garantată securitatea sanitară a sportivilor și suporterilor.De menționat că, anul trecut, Open-ul Franței a fost amânat din mai până în septembrie din cauza pandemiei de coronavirus.De această dată, reprogramarea turneului de la Paris va avea un impact limitat asupra calendarului competițional. Următoarea competiție de Mare Șlem va fi cea de la Wimbledon și se va desfășura între 28 iunie și 11 iulieCampionii în exercițiu de la Roland Garros, în proba de simplu, sunt spaniolul Rafael Nadal și poloneza Iga Swiatek. Nadal l-a învins în finală pe sârbul Novak Djokovic, iar Swiatek a dispus de americanca Sofia Kenin.

Persons: Roland Garros, Rafael Nadal, Nadal, sârbul Novak Djokovic, Sofia Organizations: Federația franceză, Open Locations: Franței, Paris, Wimbledon

☆ Favoriții au ratat finala. Nadal și Djokovic au pierdut în semifinale la Londra
▼ + stars: | 2020-11-22 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: 1 min

Spaniolul, supranumit "El Matador", a fost învins de rusul Daniil Medvedev, aflat în mare formă. Nadal s-a impus în primul set cu 6-3, dar le-a pierdut pe următoarele două cu 6-7 3-6.Daniil Medvedev va juca în finală cu Dominic Thiem. Austriacul l-a învins la rândul său pe liderul mondial Novak Djokovic în trei seturi cu scorul de 7-5 6-7 7-6.Dominic Thiem s-a calificat pentru al doilea an consecutiv în finala Turneului Campionilor. În 2019, el nu a reușit să câștige trofeul, după ce în ultimul act austriacul a fost învins de grecul Stefanos Tsitsipas.Finala ediției din acest an a competiției londoneze, Daniil Medvedev - Dominic Thiem, se va disputa astăzi cu începere de la ora 20.00.

Persons: Daniil Medvedev, Nadal, Dominic Thiem . Austriacul, Novak Djokovic, Dominic Thiem Locations: Spaniolul

☆ Rafael Nadal s-a calificat în semifinalele Turneului Campionilor de la Londra
▼ + stars: | 2020-11-20 | by ( Publika.Md - Aici Sunt Știrile | ) www.publika.md time to read: +1 min

Rafael Nadal s-a calificat în semifinalele Turneului Campionilor de la Londra. În ultima etapă a grupei "Pete Sampras", tenismanul spaniol s-a impus cu 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 în fața campionului de anul trecut, grecul Stefanos Tsitsipas. Nadal a jucat solid în primul set - nu a oferit nici măcar o minge de break - iar un game mai slab făcut de Tsitsipas la serviciu a fost de ajuns pentru ca ibericul să-și adjudece primul set.Deși spaniolul a avut minge de break încă din startul actului secund, grecul a ridicat treptat nivelul jocului și a început să-l pună în dificultate pe Nadal cu jocul său extrem de agresiv.La 5-4 în favoarea sa, Tsitsipas a pus presiune pe serviciul adversarului, iar ibericul a făcut dublă greșeală la mingea de set a elenului și meciul a ajuns în decisiv.În cel de-al treilea set Nadal a dominat categoric și a câștigat de 3 ori pe serviciul jucătorului grec. În penultimul act, Nadal îl va întâlni pe rusul Daniil Medvedev.Într-o altă partidă a zilei, austriacaul Dominic Thiem, care înaintea jocului avea asigurată calificarea în runda următoare, a pierdut cu 2-6, 5-7 confruntarea cu rusul Andrei Rubliov.În semifinale Thiem va juca cu învingătorul disputei de astăzi dintre sârbul Novak Djokovic și germanul Alexander Zverev.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, Sampras, Stefanos, Nadal, Daniil, Dominic Thiem, Andrei, Thiem, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev Locations: Londra, spaniolul

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