Rafael Nadal: News
16 Dec 2024
TennisYear-ender: Legend Rafael Nadal bid adieu to tennis in 2024
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, officially retired from professional tennis in November 2024.
21 Nov 2024
Roger Federer'Traumatic experience': Federer's ex-coach on facing Nadal at Roland Garros
Ivan Ljubicic, former coach of tennis legend Roger Federer, has opened up about his experiences of facing Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros.
20 Nov 2024
Davis CupTennis legend Rafael Nadal bows out with Davis Cup defeat
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, has officially retired from professional tennis.
19 Nov 2024
Roger FedererRoger Federer pens emotional farewell letter to retiring Rafael Nadal
Tennis legend Roger Federer has written an emotional farewell letter to his long-time rival and friend, Rafael Nadal.
11 Nov 2024
ATP TourJannik Sinner joins elite club with victory at ATP Finals
Men's singles world number one, Jannik Sinner has entered an elite club of tennis greats after winning his first match at the 2024 ATP Finals.
22 Oct 2024
Novak DjokovicRafael Nadal names Roger Federer as his 'biggest rival'
Rafael Nadal, a titan of the tennis world, has named Roger Federer as his "biggest rival" in what turned out to be a glorious career.
18 Oct 2024
Serena WilliamsSerena Williams undergoes surgery to remove 'grapefruit-sized' cyst from neck
Tennis icon Serena Williams recently had surgery to remove a branchial cyst from her neck. The cyst, which she compared to the size of a small grapefruit, was first detected in May.
14 Oct 2024
Jannik SinnerJannik Sinner becomes first player with this record since 2013
Men's singles tennis star Jannik Sinner scripted history after beating Serbian ace Novak Djokovic at the Shanghai Masters.
13 Oct 2024
Jannik SinnerJannik Sinner clinches fourth ATP Masters 1000 title: Key stats
Jannik Sinner has won the 2024 Shanghai Masters, beating Novak Djokovic in a nail-biting contest on Sunday.
13 Oct 2024
Real MadridRafael Nadal backed for Real Madrid director position: Details here
Global tennis icon Rafael Nadal recently announced his retirement after an illustrious 20-year career.
10 Oct 2024
Grand SlamsInteresting facts about tennis legend Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal, on October 10, confirmed that he will retire from tennis at the end of this season.
10 Oct 2024
TennisRafael Nadal confirms retirement: Roger Federer, Cristiano Ronaldo lead wishes
Rafael Nadal has confirmed that he will retire from tennis at the end of this season.
10 Oct 2024
French OpenRafael Nadal set to bow out: His incredible records, achievements
Legend Rafael Nadal has confirmed that he will retire from tennis at the end of this season.
10 Oct 2024
TennisLegend Rafael Nadal set to retire from tennis: Details here
In a major development, legend Rafael Nadal has confirmed that he will retire from tennis at the end of this season.
24 Sep 2024
Carlos AlcarazDavis Cup: Nadal, Alcaraz to represent Spain in quarter-finals
Spain have announced their five-man team for the upcoming Davis Cup quarter-finals, featuring veterans Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz.
23 Sep 2024
ATP TourRoger Federer may come out of retirement: Here's why
Tennis legend Roger Federer is contemplating a return from retirement for an exhibition match against Rafael Nadal, according to his agent Tony Godsick.
16 Sep 2024
Davis CupRafael Nadal could make surprise return to Davis Cup
Spain's Davis Cup captain, David Ferrer, has hinted at a potential comeback for tennis legend Rafael Nadal.
13 Sep 2024
Laver CupRafael Nadal withdraws from Laver Cup, sparks retirement speculation: Details
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has sparked retirement speculation by withdrawing from the upcoming Laver Cup, a prestigious team tournament.
07 Sep 2024
US OpenFastest players (men's) to reach 60 Slam wins since 2000
Men's singles world number one Jannik Sinner has booked a spot in his maiden US Open final at the 2024 edition.
03 Sep 2024
Jannik SinnerRafael Nadal defends Jannik Sinner amid doping test controversy
Men's singles top-ranked tennis player, Jannik Sinner, remains embroiled in controversy after testing positive for a prohibited steroid named clostebol.
22 Aug 2024
Marketa VondrousovaDecoding the star players set to miss US Open 2024
The 2024 US Open has been hit by a wave of withdrawals from several high-profile players due to injuries and other reasons.
19 Aug 2024
Kylian MbappeKylian Mbappe gifts his Real Madrid jersey to Rafael Nadal
Football star Kylian Mbappe presented his Real Madrid match-jersey to Spain's tennis legend Rafael Nadal following their La Liga opener against Mallorca.
05 Aug 2024
OlympicsOlympics: These players have completed the Career Golden Slam (singles)
Novak Djokovic etched his name in history books after winning the gold medal in men's singles tennis at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
29 Jul 2024
2024 Paris OlympicsOlympics: Novak Djokovic thumps Rafael Nadal in 60th head-to-head clash
Top seed Novak Djokovic humbled Spanish ace Rafael Nadal to reach the tennis men's singles third round at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
28 Jul 2024
2024 Paris OlympicsParis Olympics: Rafael Nadal begins quest for third medal
Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal made a winning start to his 2024 Paris Olympics campaign.
26 Jul 2024
2024 Paris Olympics2024 Paris Olympics: Gold medal contenders in men's singles tennis
The 2024 Paris Olympics promises aplenty as the world's best men's singles tennis players vie it out for the prestigious gold medal.
24 Jul 2024
2024 Paris OlympicsOlympics: Tennis star Rafael Nadal owns two gold medals
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal is among the set of tennis stars who will feature at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
23 Jul 2024
TennisTennis at Paris Olympics: All you need to know (singles)
Tennis stars from around the globe are set to participate at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
17 Jul 2024
US OpenRafael Nadal owns four US Open titles: Decoding his stats
Aftern missing three of the previous four editions, Spanish ace Rafael Nadal is set to return at the US Open, starting August 26.
15 Jul 2024
WimbledonYoungest men with French Open, Wimbledon titles in a year
Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic to win the men's singles 2024 Wimbledon title.
08 Jul 2024
WimbledonMen with three consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final appearances before turning 23
Top seed Jannik Sinner progressed to the quarter-finals of the 2024 Wimbledon after beating Ben Shelton.
02 Jun 2024
Novak DjokovicFrench Open: Novak Djokovic pips Lorenzo Musetti in five-set thriller
Men's singles number one seed Novak Djokovic has booked his berth in the fourth round of the 2024 French Open.
27 May 2024
French OpenAlexander Zverev knocks out 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal
Alexander Zverev scripted history at the Philippe-Chatrier Court after beating Spanish ace Rafael Nadal at the French Open.
20 May 2024
French OpenKing of Clay Rafael Nadal returns! His French Open numbers
Spanish ace Rafael Nadal has returned to Paris ahead of the 2024 French Open, starting May 26 (main draw).
20 May 2024
Alexander ZverevAlexander Zverev smashes these records with sixth Masters 1000 crown
Alexander Zverev has won the 2024 Italian Open title. The German defeated Nicolas Jarry 6-4, 7-5 on Sunday at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia to win the title in Rome for a second time.
15 Apr 2024
Barcelona OpenRafael Nadal set to feature at Barcelona Open: Details here
Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal is set to feature at the 2024 Barcelona Open, the 37-year-old confirmed on April 15.
14 Apr 2024
Stefanos TsitsipasStefanos Tsitsipas wins his third Monte-Carlo Masters, scripts these records
Stefanos Tsitsipas is the winner of the 2024 Monte-Carlo Masters. The Greek sensation dispatched Casper Ruud 6-1, 6-4 to win his third title in four years.
12 Apr 2024
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic reaches record-breaking 77th Masters 1000 semi-final: Key stats
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic reached the Monte-Carlo Masters semi-finals after beating Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-4.
03 Mar 2024
Indian Wells OpenBNP Paribas Open 2024 (ATP): All you need to know
The 47th edition of the BNP Paribas Open is set begin in Indian Wells, California, from March 6.
29 Feb 2024
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic has joint-most titles at Indian Wells Masters: Stats
World number one Novak Djokovic is set to return to the iconic Indian Wells Masters after five years.
28 Feb 2024
BNP ParibasWhen will Rafael Nadal return to action? Details here
Former world number one Rafael Nadal is all set to return to action in the 2024 Indian Wells, starting next month.
07 Jan 2024
Australian OpenRafael Nadal to miss 2024 Australian Open: Here's why
Rafael Nadal is set to miss the upcoming 2024 Australian Open. Nadal, who featured in the Brisbane International, will instead return to Spain for treatment of a hip injury.
30 Nov 2023
Novak Djokovic24 majors, 400 weeks atop: Novak Djokovic's record-breaking 2023 season
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic ended what turned out to be a record-breaking 2023 season by winning the ATP Finals.
29 Aug 2023
Novak DjokovicUS Open 2023: Novak Djokovic beats Muller, reclaims top spot
Serbian star Novak Djokovic has started his US Open campaign with a win over Alexandre Muller.
24 Aug 2023
InfosysTennis icon Rafael Nadal becomes Infosys's brand ambassador
Indian IT giant Infosys has inked a three-year partnership with tennis icon Rafael Nadal, marking his first-ever collaboration with a digital services firm.
08 Aug 2023
US OpenUS Open 2023: Records Novak Djokovic can break
After missing last season's US Open due to the vaccine mandate, Novak Djokovic will finally participate at the Flushing Meadows this time.
11 Jul 2023
WimbledonCarlos Alcaraz scripts records en route to maiden Wimbledon quarter-final
The incumbent world number one, Carlos Alcaraz reached the Wimbledon 2023 quarter-finals after he defeated Matteo Berrettini 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 in a contest that lasted over three hours.
14 Jun 2023
Novak DjokovicWill Novak Djokovic complete the Calendar Slam? Key stats
Novak Djokovic won his third Roland Garros title by beating Casper Ruud in the final while registering a record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam title.
12 Jun 2023
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic extends his Big Titles tally to 67: Stats
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic won the 2023 French Open after thrashing Casper Ruud 7-6, 6-3, 7-5 on Sunday.
11 Jun 2023
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic wins a historic 23rd Grand Slam: Key achievements
Serbian tennis ace Novak Djokovic lifted the 2023 French Open crown on Sunday. He beat Casper Ruud 7-6, 6-3, 7-5 in straight sets.
11 Jun 2023
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic scripts history by winning French Open 2023: Stats
Novak Djokovic continued his excellence at Grand Slams, pocketing the 2023 French Open crown in Paris on Sunday.
18 May 2023
French OpenRafael Nadal set to miss French Open: Here's why
In a major development, Spanish ace Rafael Nadal is set to miss the upcoming edition of the French Open.
16 Mar 2023
Monte Carlo MastersRafael Nadal to play Monte-Carlo Masters: Decoding his stats
Spanish maestro Rafael Nadal is set to feature at the Monte-Carlo Masters next month, the organizers of the tournament have confirmed.
21 Feb 2023
Carlos AlcarazDecoding Carlos Alcaraz's numbers after returning from injury
Carlos Alcaraz marked his return to tennis with a titular run at the 2023 Argentina Open.
21 Feb 2023
Lionel MessiMessi, Nadal nominated for 2023 Laureus World Sports Award: Details
Football superstar Lionel Messi and tennis ace Rafael Nadal have been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Award 2023.
31 Jan 2023
TennisNovak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal: Decoding their stats
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic won a record-extending 10th Australian Open title on Sunday. He also equaled Rafael Nadal in terms of most Grand Slam titles in men's singles (22).
30 Jan 2023
Novak DjokovicATP Rankings: Djokovic regains world number one spot; Nadal falters
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic is back as the number one ranked player in men's singles in the ATP Rankings.
30 Jan 2023
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic extends lead over Nadal, Federer in 'Big Titles'
Novak Djokovic bested Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) to win the men's singles title at the Australian Open 2023. The Serb claimed a record-extending 10th Australian Open crown.
29 Jan 2023
Novak DjokovicDjokovic wins his 22nd Grand Slam, equals Nadal: Key achievements
Novak Djokovic has equaled Spaniard maestro Rafael Nadal in terms of career Grand Slam victories by winning the Australian Open 2023 on Sunday.
29 Jan 2023
Australian OpenNovak Djokovic wins record-extending 10th Australian Open crown: Key stats
Serbian tennis ace Novak Djokovic beat Stefanos Tsitsipas to win the 2023 Australian Open crown on Sunday.
29 Jan 2023
Australian OpenRafael Nadal provides an update on his hip injury: Details
Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal will be out of action for the next six to eight weeks after suffering a hip flexor injury at the Australian Open.
19 Jan 2023
ATP TourInjury sidelines Rafael Nadal for nearly eight weeks: Details here
Spanish ace Rafael Nadal will be out of action for nearly eight weeks after suffering an injury during the Australian Open.
18 Jan 2023
TennisRafael Nadal crashes out of 2023 Australian Open: Details here
Rafael Nadal has bowed out of the 2023 Australian Open after suffering a second-round defeat by American Mackenzie McDonald.
16 Jan 2023
Australian OpenAustralian Open 2023, Rafael Nadal through to second round: Stats
22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal beat debutant Jack Draper in the first round of the men's singles match at the Australian Open 2023.
10 Jan 2023
Australian OpenAustralian Open 2023: All you need to know
Tennis fans have their eyes on the calendar, with the Australian Open 2023 just around the corner.
09 Jan 2023
Australian OpenAustralian Open: Decoding the stats of Rafael Nadal
Spanish ace Rafael Nadal would feature as the top seed at the 2023 Australian Open, starting January 16 in Melbourne.
08 Jan 2023
Novak DjokovicNovak Djokovic claims 92nd ATP title after winning in Adelaide
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic won the Adelaide International 1 after beating Sebastian Korda in the final.
02 Jan 2023
Alex de MinaurUnited Cup: Rafael Nadal starts season with consecutive defeats
Alex de Minaur stunned 22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 to garner a 1-0 lead for Team Australia in Group D at the United Cup.
16 Dec 2022
Iga SwiatekRafael Nadal, Iga Swiatek crowned 2022 ITF World Champions: Stats
Spanish ace Rafael Nadal was crowned ITF World Champion for the fifth time after a phenomenal run in 2022.
06 Dec 2022
Carlos AlcarazAlcaraz becomes youngest year-end number one; Nadal, Djokovic script history
According to the 2022 year-end ATP Rankings published on Monday, Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz finished as the top-ranked player.