Tag: Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal admitted he was “100% ready” to retire from tennis, explaining that the hip surgery he had in 2023 “simply didn’t work” and that he needed to continue playing. The Spanish icon ended his remarkable career by losing to Botic van de Zandschulp in his final match at last month’s Davis Cup Finals in […]

Rafael Nadal is not backing down. The tennis legend, who inked a lucrative deal to become an ambassador for Saudi tennis, has responded to opponents who have condemned his association with the controversial regime. “So I accept the critics, especially I respect the critics who criticise things while respecting other people,” Nadal was quoted as […]

Rafael Nadal stated that he “would really like” to introduce his academy to Saudi Arabia, but that nothing has been finalized, with discussions between his staff and tennis officials in the Kingdom still in their early stages. The former world number one and 22-time Grand Slam champion visited Jeddah last weekend as part of his […]

For Joao Fonseca, Jakub Mensik and Alex Michelsen, competing at the 2024 Next Gen ATP Finals came with a little bit of guidance from a great. The three ATP Tour talents sat down with former No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings Rafael Nadal on Friday in Jeddah, where the Spaniard answered their questions about […]

Joao Fonseca will not soon forget his Next Gen ATP Finals victory, especially since Rafael Nadal was in attendance. Nadal attended his first tennis event since his retirement, which came after the Davis Cup last month. The Spanish legend concluded with 92 ATP Tour championships and is second in the men’s all-time Grand Slam list […]

Rafael Nadal’s retirement marks the end of an era, leaving behind an unequaled record of achievements and unforgettable experiences. Without the rigors of the previous two decades, as well as the medical accuracy and rigorous demands that dictated most of his life, Nadal begins this new period of living with a clear mind, unburdened by […]

Rafael Nadal’s career has been nothing short of spectacular, and he has influenced many tennis players along the road, including young Alex Michelsen and Joao Fonseca. Nadal won his first ATP Tour-level match at the age of 15 in 2002, and three years later, he had one of his most successful seasons, winning eleven titles. […]

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’ most prominent superstars, recently made headlines with an announcement about the US Open 2024. The Spanish icon, recognized for his unrivaled resilience and exceptional skill on the court, has decided to withdraw from this year’s competition. This revelation disappoints tennis fans all throughout the world, who have long appreciated Nadal’s […]