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28th May, 2013
Nadal survives scare, Sharapova serves up storm
Rafael Nadal's bid for an historic eighth French Open title was almost derailed on Monday by big-hitting German Daniel Brands.
Rafael Nadal's bid for an historic eighth French Open title was almost derailed on Monday by big-hitting German Daniel Brands.
28th April, 2013
Nadal wins record eighth title in Barcelona
Nadal extended his record number of Barcelona titles to eight as he brushed off a slow start to beat Almagro 6-4, 6-3.
Nadal extended his record number of Barcelona titles to eight as he brushed off a slow start to beat Almagro 6-4, 6-3.
22nd April, 2013
Nadal hoping to hone condition in Barcelona
“If we talk about tennis, I was pleased about my tennis,” Nadal said after Monte Carlo.
“If we talk about tennis, I was pleased about my tennis,” Nadal said after Monte Carlo.
20th April, 2013
Nadal, Djokovic set up dream Monte Carlo final
Clay king Nadal survived a storming comeback attempt from Tsonga on Saturday before finally holding off the sixth seed to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3).
Clay king Nadal survived a storming comeback attempt from Tsonga on Saturday before finally holding off the sixth seed to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3).
15th April, 2013
Nadal admits Monte Carlo winning streak will one day end
Nadal admitted Monday that his incredible 42-match, 10-year unbeaten run at Monte Carlo will end one day, but he is in no hurry to see that day.
Nadal admitted Monday that his incredible 42-match, 10-year unbeaten run at Monte Carlo will end one day, but he is in no hurry to see that day.
12th April, 2013
Nadal, Federer braced for Djokovic, Murray bids
It's 10 years since the rankings didn't feature either Rafael Nadal or Roger Federer in the top two, but current leading men, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, still face a test of claycourt nerve.
It's 10 years since the rankings didn't feature either Rafael Nadal or Roger Federer in the top two, but current leading men, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, still face a test of claycourt nerve.
18th March, 2013
Comeback king Nadal sets sight on French Open
The fist pump was back, along with the crunching forehand crosscourt winners, energetic movement and the never-say-say-die attitude.
The fist pump was back, along with the crunching forehand crosscourt winners, energetic movement and the never-say-say-die attitude.
12th March, 2013
Nadal, Federer on track for desert showdown
Federer and Nadal last met a year ago, also at Indian Wells, when the Swiss won a semi-final battle 6-3 6-4.
Federer and Nadal last met a year ago, also at Indian Wells, when the Swiss won a semi-final battle 6-3 6-4.
3rd March, 2013
Nadal routs Ferrer to win Mexican Open
Nadal destroyed Ferrer to win the Mexican Open, losing just two games as he claimed his second title in three events since returning from a lengthy injury lay-off.
Nadal destroyed Ferrer to win the Mexican Open, losing just two games as he claimed his second title in three events since returning from a lengthy injury lay-off.
26th February, 2013
Nadal to miss Indian Wells and Miami: report
“It's better on some days and worse on others, which isn't ideal for someone like me, because my idea of competing is based on giving it all at all times.”
“It's better on some days and worse on others, which isn't ideal for someone like me, because my idea of competing is based on giving it all at all times.”
11th February, 2013
Nadal denied title in comeback tournament
Horacio Zeballos denied Rafael Nadal a fairytale finish to his comeback tournament on Sunday, rallying to hand the Spaniard a rare clay court defeat.
Horacio Zeballos denied Rafael Nadal a fairytale finish to his comeback tournament on Sunday, rallying to hand the Spaniard a rare clay court defeat.
9th February, 2013
Nadal creates athlete, event management company
“Together with his manager, Carlos Costa, Rafa Nadal began a new adventure on Jan. 1 in the world of representing athletes of various sports like tennis, golf and football as well as organising events.”
“Together with his manager, Carlos Costa, Rafa Nadal began a new adventure on Jan. 1 in the world of representing athletes of various sports like tennis, golf and football as well as organising events.”
28th December, 2012
Nadal out of Australian Open
Rafael Nadal said he was still suffering from the stomach virus which caused him to cancel his return to action in the Gulf this week after a six-month absence.
Rafael Nadal said he was still suffering from the stomach virus which caused him to cancel his return to action in the Gulf this week after a six-month absence.
25th December, 2012
Don’t expect miracles, warns returning Nadal
Although desperate to play again, Nadal is equally keen to play down expectations.
Although desperate to play again, Nadal is equally keen to play down expectations.
11th December, 2012
Nadal to make comeback from six-month injury layoff in Abu Dhabi
“Can’t wait to get back on court in Abu Dhabi at the end of the month,” Nadal announced on social media websites.
“Can’t wait to get back on court in Abu Dhabi at the end of the month,” Nadal announced on social media websites.
4th December, 2012
Nadal eyes clay season for return to top form
“I don't expect to return and win the Australian Open, I have to be realistic."
“I don't expect to return and win the Australian Open, I have to be realistic."
13th November, 2012
Fab Four rivalries inspire tennis
The margins between Djokovic, Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal are so small, it comes down to just a few points when they play each other.
The margins between Djokovic, Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal are so small, it comes down to just a few points when they play each other.
25th September, 2012
Priority is to recover well, not quickly but well: Nadal
“We'll see how things develop in the next few weeks but my priority is to recover well, not quickly but well."
“We'll see how things develop in the next few weeks but my priority is to recover well, not quickly but well."
3rd September, 2012
Nadal to take extended break
“I will be back when I have no pain and am able to compete without problems.”
“I will be back when I have no pain and am able to compete without problems.”
16th August, 2012
Federer not surprised by Nadal decision
NEW YORK: Elite players led by world number one Roger Federer expressed their surprise and concern at the Cincinnati Masters on Wednesday that Rafael Nadal…
NEW YORK: Elite players led by world number one Roger Federer expressed their surprise and concern at the Cincinnati Masters on Wednesday that Rafael Nadal…
