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‘Bet my life on it, Jannik (Sinner) never wanted to cheat’ - Rafael Nadal supports world no.1 tennis player over doping scandal

May 22, 2025 1:45 pm

Sinner had previously escaped a ban when the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) ruled that he wasn’t at fault for the positive tests, accepting that the contamination was caused by a physio applying an over-the-counter spray

Rafael Nadal won't be playing at the Roland Garros this year, but his voice is featured in the official trailer. (Screenshots via French Open X)

Rafael Nadal makes a French Open comeback... but only for trailer of Roland Garros

May 13, 2025 10:54 pm

Nadal holds the record for the most French Open titles with 14. The Spaniard is set to be felicitated during the tournament that it's director Amélie Mauresmo has promised will be "exceptional".

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career came to an end with a defeat in a Davis Cup quarter-finals tie on Tuesday. (Reuters)

Tim Henman explains why he felt Rafael Nadal would not make it after playing Spaniard early in his career

February 10, 2025 6:55 pm

Former world number one Tim Henman reveals that he did not believe Rafael Nadal would win as many Grand Slams as the Spaniard did in his career due to his inconsistency early on

Rafael Nadal (left) gets emotional during his final match while watching video tributes; Andy Murray's video tribute. (PHOTOS: AP, Screengrab via Davis Cup X handle)

Andy Murray pulls Rafael Nadal's leg in tribute video: 'Seen you throwing controllers in hotel rooms

November 20, 2024 10:47 pm

After Nadal's last match, there was a post-match ceremony to honor him. It featured video highlights from his storied career besides recorded tributes from tennis players like Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams and Andy Murray.

WATCH: Nadal's emotional farewell speech after retirement: "I would like to be remembered as...."

November 20, 2024 10:46 pm

The 38-year-old Nadal was defeated in the opening singles rubber of the Davis Cup quarter-finals as Netherlands downed Spain 2-1 to progress.

Rafael Nadal says it is 'difficult, not smart' to play Wimbledon, repeats Olympics ambition after French Open loss

May 28, 2024 9:27 am

Nadal, hoping to be competitive in his first round against an in-form opponent, showed invariable signs of rustiness after playing only 15 matches since the start of 2023.

Rafael Nadal sends positive vibes in comeback match with straight-sets win over Dominic Thiem

January 03, 2024 8:22 am

The win marked Nadal's 1069th at the ATP tour, taking him over Ivan Lendl as the fourth highest on the all time tally.

Rafael Nadal says that he will return to playing at the Brisbane International in Australia

Tennis: Rafael Nadal announces comeback, set to return playing in Australia

December 02, 2023 7:15 am

22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal is set to make his return to professional tennis at the Brisbane International in January after being sidelined for a year with a hip flexor injury

'I thought I’ll have trouble with you on clay. Maybe hardcourt, but not on grass': Djokovic tells Alcaraz

July 17, 2023 12:49 am

Alcaraz ended Djokovic's 34-match winning streak at the All England Club. In the process, the 20-year-old thus claimed his first title at Wimbledon and second Grand Slam trophy overall.