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Rafael Nadal

Stories and news related to famous tennis player Rafael Nadal, who is one of the most decorated athletes in tennis history.

John McEnroe looks on

John McEnroe makes wild statement about Alcaraz, Sinner

Tennis legend John McEnroe may have gotten a bit carried away while covering the French Open final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday. McEnroe, winner of seven majors, covered the French Open as an analyst for TNT. It would be an …

Rafael Nadal crying at the French Open

Rafael Nadal brought to tears by surprise during French Open farewell ceremony

Rafael Nadal was honored in a farewell ceremony at the French Open on Sunday, and the “King of Clay” was overwhelmed with emotion at the support he was shown. Nadal, who won a record 14 times at Roland-Garros, received a standing ovation …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Tennis world reacts to Rafael Nadal’s big retirement news

Rafael Nadal made a big announcement on Thursday, and the tennis world reacted accordingly. Nadal shared a video on social media in which he said he would be retiring from tennis after playing for Spain in the Davis Cup in November. Nadal reflected …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal shares update on his status for US Open

Rafael Nadal will not be competing in the U.S. Open for the second year in a row. Nadal shared a post on social media Wednesday to update his fans on his playing status for the near future. The 38-year-old Spaniard said he would not be participating …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal drops cryptic comment about his playing future

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have a chance to meet for the 60th time at the Olympics, though many believe that potential meeting would be the last. Just don’t tell that to Nadal. The Spanish tennis icon dropped a cryptic comment in the mixed …

Rafael Nadal holding a mic

Rafa Nadal makes big acknowledgement after losing at French Open

Rafa Nadal made a big acknowledgement while conducting an interview after losing at the French Open on Monday. Nadal got a rough draw at Roland Garros and lost to 4-seed Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (5), 6-3 in the first round. The 37-year-old Spaniard …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal announces major news about his playing future

Rafael Nadal on Thursday announced some major news about his playing future. Nadal announced that he has withdrawn from the French Open. This will be the first time he has not played in the major since making his Roland Garros debut in 2005. Nadal …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Boris Becker offers harsh prediction about Rafael Nadal

Boris Becker offered a harsh prediction about Rafael Nadal after seeing the Spanish star lose early in this year’s Australian Open. Nadal lost to Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the Aussie Open after being bothered by a hip injury. …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal shares big news about his team

Rafael Nadal on Friday shared some big news about his team. The Spanish tennis star said on Instagram that his longtime coach, Francis Roig, will be leaving his team. Roig will be pursuing a personal project, according to Nadal. Roig has been working …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafa Nadal shares classy message to Roger Federer about retirement

Rafa Nadal posted a note on social media Thursday in response to Roger Federer’s retirement announcement. Federer announced Thursday that he will retire from the ATP after the Laver Cup. The 41-year-old underwent another knee surgery last year …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal shares message for Carlos Alcaraz after US Open win

Rafael Nadal shared a message on Twitter Sunday for Carlos Alcaraz after his countryman won the US Open. Alcaraz beat Casper Ruud in four sets 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(1), 6-3 to win the US Open for his first career major. Alcaraz, 19, will also take over the …

Rafael Nadal with a bloody nose

Video: Rafael Nadal bloodied after whacking himself in nose with racquet

Rafael Nadal was left bloodied after hurting himself on a fluke play in his match at the US Open on Thursday night. Nadal beat Fabio Fognini 2-6, 6-4, 6-2, 6-1 in the second round at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Fognini was serving down 0-3 in the fourth set …

Nick Kyrgios on the court

Nick Kyrgios sends message to Rafael Nadal after Wimbledon withdrawal

Nick Kyrgios is the beneficiary of Rafael Nadal’s withdrawal from Wimbledon, and the Australian player sent a message to the Spaniard Thursday following the injury news. Nadal and Kyrgios were set to play in the semifinals of Wimbledon on …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Rafael Nadal shares reason why he withdrew from Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal on Thursday withdrew from Wimbledon due to an abdominal injury. The Spanish star was able to battle through the injury to beat Taylor Fritz in five sets in the quarterfinals on Wednesday, but he withdrew the following day. Why …

Rafael Nadal talks with Lorenzo Sonego

Rafael Nadal has words with Lorenzo Sonego at Wimbledon

Rafael Nadal had words with Lorenzo Sonego late in their match at Wimbledon on Saturday. Nadal beat Sonego 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 in the third round of their match at the All England Club. Late in the match, Nadal was seen approaching the chair umpire, …

Rafael Nadal speaks after a win

Report shares big news about Rafael Nadal, wife Mery Perello

Rafael Nadal captured his 22nd Grand Slam title when he won the French Open earlier this month, but that may not be the most exciting thing that has happened in his life this year. Nadal and his wife Mery Perello are expecting their first child, …

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