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☆ The draw has been made for Rafael Nadal at the French Open. It couldn’t have gone much worse for the Spaniard
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Matias Grez | Sammy Mncwabe | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

4 Alexander Zverev in the opening round of what is set to be the final French Open of his career. While Nadal has beaten Zverev seven times in their previous 10 meetings, the German is one of the favorites to lift the title. The fourth seed arrives at Roland Garros full of confidence after winning the Italian Open last week, his ninth Masters 1000 title. The two last met in an intense 2022 French Open semifinal where Zverev retired mid-match following an ankle injury that sidelined him for the rest of the year. The 22-time grand slam champion even admitted after his heavy second-round defeat to Hubert Hurkacz at the Italian Open earlier this month that he wasn’t sure if would be able to play at the French Open.

Persons: CNN — Rafael Nadal, Alexander Zverev, Roland Garros, Nadal, Zverev, Spaniard, Hubert Hurkacz, Novak, Tomas Machac, Stanislas Wawarinka, Andy Murray Organizations: CNN, Nadal, Madrid

☆ ‘Emotional’ Rafael Nadal bows out of Madrid Open, likely his final match in Spanish capital
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-01 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal had an “emotional day” playing what was likely to be his final professional match in the Spanish capital, losing 7-5 6-4 against Czech Republic’s Jiří Lehečka at the Madrid Open. Before the tournament, Nadal said that he was determined to play in Madrid – where he is a record five-time champion – one final time, despite doubts about whether he was physically ready to compete at a high level. “Today is an emotional day, of course, today is an unforgettable day in terms of saying goodbye to Madrid,” Nadal told reporters. The tournament paid tribute to Nadal’s five titles at the Madrid Open after the match, unfurling banners with photos of his victories in 2005, 2010, 2013, 2014 and 2017. “It has been a very positive week, winning three matches, playing four matches at a high level of tennis,” said Nadal.

Persons: CNN — Rafael Nadal, Lehečka, Nadal, –, ” Nadal, I’ve, “, ”, Julian Finney, Daniil Medvedev Organizations: CNN, Czech, Madrid, Madrid –, Lehečka, Nadal, Getty Locations: Spanish, Madrid, “, Russian, Rome

☆ Rafael Nadal’s comeback gathers pace as he reaches Madrid Open fourth round
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-30 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal admitted that his level is “more unpredictable” than it used to be as he continued his winning run at the Madrid Open with a hard-fought victory against Argentine Pedro Cachín. “I cannot predict what’s going on tomorrow, what can happen tomorrow, or what level I’m going to show tomorrow,” Nadal told reporters after Monday’s match. “I’m more unpredictable than what I used to be … Nobody knows what can happen during the night and how I wake up [Tuesday] morning and that’s the truth.”After the match, world No. Nadal and Cachín shake hands at the net after their Madrid Open match. 10 Alex de Minaur in the second round, next faces Czech Republic’s Jiří Lehečka in the round of 16 on Tuesday.

Persons: CNN — Rafael Nadal, Argentine Pedro Cachín, Nadal, Cachín, “, ” Nadal, ”, Clive Brunskill, Alex de Minaur Organizations: CNN, Madrid, Argentine, Nadal Locations: Madrid, Czech

☆ 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

☆ Nadal Prepares His Comeback. But Can He Be Rafa Again?
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-05 | by ( Joshua Robinson | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

The strangest year of Rafael Nadal’s career—the one where he played no competitive tennis for the first time since childhood—is about to come to an end. The 22-time major tournament winner is planning to return from injury for one last lap around the pro circuit next month in Australia before he says farewell to the game. But after 12 months away and a painstaking process to rehabilitate nearly every part of his body, even Nadal isn’t sure what to expect. In an ideal world, he would find his feet again, round into form for the clay-court season, delight his fans at the French Open, and possibly sign off with Olympic gold at Paris 2024, when the tournament will be held on the red courts at Roland-Garros that became his living room.

Persons: Rafael Nadal’s, —, Nadal, Garros Organizations: Paris, Roland Locations: Australia

☆ Rafael Nadal to make his tennis comeback in Brisbane next month
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-01 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Tennis great Rafael Nadal has said he will make his long-awaited return from injury at the Brisbane International in January. “After a year away from competition, it’s time to come back,” Nadal said in a video posted on multiple social media platforms Friday. “It will be in Brisbane the first week of January.”Nadal last competed at the Australian Open in January. He is also widely expected to make a grand slam return at the Australian Open. In October, before Nadal had officially announced a comeback, tournament director and Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley stated that Nadal would be among the field at the 2024 edition of the competition.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, “, ” Nadal, American Mackenzie McDonald, Nadal, Hannah Mckay, ”, Craig Tiley Organizations: CNN, Tennis, Brisbane International, American, Rome, McDonald, Tennis Australia, Nadal Locations: Brisbane, Madrid

CNN —Rafael Nadal says he’s not setting any “deadlines” for his long-anticipated return to tennis, with the Spaniard still recovering from a hip injury. “It’s going to depend on how I feel physically and tennis wise, when I can really test myself. Nadal says his recovery from the surgery is going well, but admitted the process hasn’t been easy. “I’m happier today sporting wise than a month-and-a-half ago. So I trust that in two months, I’ll be happier sporting wise than what I am today.

Persons: CNN — Rafael Nadal, he’s, ”, Craig Tiley, Nadal, Benito Pérez, Barbadillo, CNNE, ” Nadal, “ It’s, “, …, MANAN VATSYAYANA, I’ll Organizations: CNN, Getty Locations: Australian, AFP

☆ Novak Djokovic faces Daniil Medvedev in US Open men’s final as he seeks record-extending 24th grand slam title
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-10 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

He drew level with Rafael Nadal’s 22 grand slam titles at the Australian Open, pulled clear with a men’s record 23 grand slam titles at the French Open, was defeated by Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final, and now has another chance to equal Margaret Court’s record of 24 grand slam titles in the US Open final on Sunday. Standing in his way is third seed Daniil Medvedev who stunned Alcaraz in the semifinals and who has already defeated Djokovic in a US Open final before, and in straight sets. “For example, I beat him in the US Open final, he beat me in Bercy in a great match. Daniil Medvedev won the US Open in 2021. “Every Grand Slam final could be the last one,” he told reporters ahead of the final.

Persons: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal’s, Carlos Alcaraz, Margaret Court’s, Daniil Medvedev, Alcaraz, Djokovic, ” “, Novak, it’s, ” Medvedev, Carlos, ”, Medvedev, –, Rod Laver, Tim Clayton, Corbis, Ken Rosewall, “, ‘, ’ Djokovic, Laslo Djere Organizations: CNN, Wimbledon, ATP, Nadal, ”, 101st, Covid, Alcaraz, ESPN, Sky Sports Locations: Bercy, Cincinnati, Russian, Australia

Julien Farel puts the finishing touches on tennis player Austin Krajicek's hair at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York on August 30. Will Lanzoni/CNNA tennis ball sits in a display case at Farel's salon inside Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. Video Ad Feedback He usually charges $1250, but US Open players get this little known perk for free 02:28 - Source: CNNFarel’s salon at Arthur Ashe does not take appointments. Zverev, in particular, has earned a nickname for his mane: the “Lion.”“For women, I always love bangs, and layers on long hair,” Farel continued. Tennis player Austin Krajicek shows off a fresh haircut at Julien Farel's salon inside of Arthur Ashe stadium in New York on August 30.

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☆ Carlos Alcaraz Is Bending Tennis to His Will and Taking Over the Game
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-28 | by ( Matthew Futterman | More About Matthew Futterman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

“And now every player knows if he is going to compete with him, he’s going to have to do that as well.”Alcaraz knows that better than anyone. He wants to win spectacularly, showcasing his power and speed and touch from everywhere on the court. “It’s dynamic,” Alcaraz has said time and again of his style. Each took a turn or two redrawing the tennis court to suit his style. First came Federer’s supreme and unmatched shotmaking, which ran into Nadal’s power and competitive fire, which ran into Djokovic’s relentless defense and angular creativity, which ran into Murray’s magical touch and movement.

Persons: ” Djokovic, ”, David Nainkin, he’s, ” Alcaraz, Alcaraz, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Djokovic, Andy Murray Organizations: United States Tennis Association, “

☆ Rafael Nadal drops out of the world’s top 100 for first time in 20 years
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-14 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal has dropped out of the world’s top 100 for the first time in 20 years as he continues to recover from the hip injury he suffered in January’s Australian Open. Nadal, who turned 37 during the French Open, has now fallen from world No. When announcing his decision to undergo surgery, Nadal said that next season will be his last on the ATP Tour. Djokovic ousted Alcaraz in the semifinal of the French Open, helping him rise two places from third to begin his 388th week at world No. Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas, who was beaten by Alcaraz in straight sets in the quarterfinals, rounds out the world’s top five.

Persons: CNN — Rafael Nadal, Garros, Nadal, Angel Ruiz, Cotorro, “ Rafa, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic, Alcaraz, Russia’s Daniil Medvedev, Casper Ruud, Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas Organizations: CNN, Roland, ATP Tour, Reuters Locations: Paris

☆ Novak Djokovic progresses to a record 17th French Open quarterfinal
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-04 | by ( Aimee Lewis | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —On a sun kissed but windy Parisian afternoon Novak Djokovic broke one of Rafael Nadal’s French Open records as he progressed to the quarterfinals at Roland Garros. A straightforward 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over Peru’s Juan Pablo Varillas on Sunday ensured Djokovic progressed to the last eight at the French Open for a record 17th time, surpassing the absent Rafael Nadal on 16. The win also inched the Serb closer to a men’s record 23rd career grand slam. He was no match for world No.3 Djokovic, however, who will next play Russian Karen Khachanov, the 11th seed. So that’s all.”“A drama-free grand slam, I don’t think it can happen for me,” he added on Wednesday.

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☆ Novak Djokovic gets French Open campaign off to winning start; matches Roger Federer record
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-29 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Novak Djokovic got his French Open campaign off to a winning start with a dominant victory over American Aleksandar Kovacevic in the first round. The victory continues his undefeated record in first round French Open matches, moving to 19-0 for his career. If Djokovic is able to claim a third French Open title, he would return to the top of the men’s world rankings. He also now has 86 wins at the grand slam, second only to Nadal’s 112. The 22-time grand slam champion will now face Hungarian Marton Fucsovics in the second round.

☆ Daniil Medvedev credits new strings for his success in 2023 after winning first clay title at the Italian Open
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Daniil Medvedev revealed one reason behind his incredible form this year after winning the Italian Open: new racket strings. Now it’s unbelievable.”Medvedev lifts the Italian Open trophy after defeating Rune. Having won most of his titles – including his US Open triumph in 2021 – on hard courts, victory on clay at the Italian Open is a breakthrough moment for the 27-year-old Medvedev. He had to defeat the likes of Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev during his Italian Open campaign and has climbed five places in the men’s rankings this year. Medvedev (left) and Rune shake hands after the Italian Open final.

☆ Rafael Nadal’s French Open participation in doubt as he struggles to recover from injury
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-21 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal admits he doesn’t know if he will recover from injury in time to defend his title at the French Open. “All medical suggestions have been followed, but the progress has not been what they initially told us. The weeks are passing and I had the dream of being able to play in tournaments that are the most important in my career such as Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid, Rome, Roland Garros. This is how things are now.”The greatest clay court player of all time, Nadal has enjoyed unparalleled success at Monte Carlo, Barcelona and Madrid, holding the record for most titles won at all three events. The French Open, where Nadal has won the title an unprecedented 14 times, begins on May 28.

☆ Rafael Nadal says ‘a part of his life left’ when Roger Federer retired
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-27 | by ( ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal admitted that “a part of his life left” with Roger Federer when his great rival retired from tennis – with both players left an emotional wreck on court after the Swiss played his last ever competitive match in September at the Laver Cup. “You know you’re not going to live that again and a part of my life left with him [when he retired]. Nadal was overcome with emotion at the Laver Cup when Federer retired. While he did not elaborate on his own retirement plans, Nadal said: “My time will come when it has to come. My life has things equally or more important than tennis.”

☆ Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest year-end No. 1 in men’s tennis as Rafael Nadal’s slump continues at ATP Finals
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-16 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Carlos Alcaraz is set to become the youngest year-end No. 1 in the history of men’s tennis after Rafael Nadal was knocked out of the ATP Finals. 1 in men’s tennis when he won his first grand slam title in New York. “I don’t think I forgot how to play tennis, how to be strong enough mentally,” Nadal told reporters on Tuesday. In the second set, Auger-Aliassime broke Nadal at 1-1, then consolidated his advantage the following game with three aces in a row.

☆ Rafael Nadal isn’t confident about World Tour Finals after suffering Paris Masters defeat
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Rafael Nadal is out of the Paris Masters after being defeated by Tommy Paul – and the Spaniard isn’t betting on winning the ATP Tour Finals, either. 31 in the world, secured a 3-6 7-6(4) 6-1 victory over world No. I had my match in that second set with set and break,” Nadal said after the game. The 22-time grand slam winner, who appeared injured against Paul, added that he hoped to make it to the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy and that he had “nothing to lose.”The prestigious, season-ending ATP Finals run from November 13-20. “Just give myself a chance to enjoy another World Tour Finals, no?

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