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Watch as Rafael Nadal holds press conference to reveal if he will defend French Open title

Watch as Rafael Nadal holds a press conference at his tennis academy on the Spanish island of Mallorca, with the 22-time Grand Slam champion announcing whether he’ll play at this year’s French Open.

The Independent UK

A brand new theme began with Thiem. Or did it?

Two years and eight months since that victorious September Sunday, Dominic Thiem is a shadow of his former self. He hasn’t added a single Tour-level trophy to his collection, has struggled with injuries, lost form and motivation, and plummeted in the rankings.

The Hindu

Rafael Nadal set to reveal French Open plans

The 36-year-old has not featured on clay this year as he continues to recover from a hip injuryh

The Independent UK

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Raphael Nadal prepares to reveal plans for French Open

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is set to end speculation on Thursday over whether he will defend his men's singles title at the 2023 French Open.

Radio France Internationale

Rafael Nadal to hold press conference amid reports of French Open withdrawal

The Spaniard suffered a hip injury at the Australian Open

The Independent UK

Novak Djokovic loses to Holger Rune, again, this time at Italian Open

Twenty-year-old Danish player Holger Rune recorded his second victory over Novak Djokovic in little more than six months, beating the 22-time Grand Slam champion 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 Wednesday to reach the Italian Open semifinals.

The Hindu

Carlos Alcaraz’s Italian Open Upset Is a Blessing in Disguise

It may be unnerving for the favorite to be upended by a little-known qualifier, but it also helps tailor expectations heading into Roland Garros.

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French Open bosses increase singles champions' payday to 2.3 million euros

Just over two weeks before the start of the tennis circuit's most prestigious clay court tournament, French Open chiefs have revealed the men's and women's singles champions will pocket 2.3 million euros for their endeavours over two weeks at the Roland Garros stadium.

Radio France Internationale

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz rivalry could finally reignite in Rome

The world’s two best men’s tennis players have not played one another in over a year but are in the same tournament at last

The Guardian - UK

From ball girls to birthday cake — tennis sure has form when it comes to sexism

As the Madrid Open faces criticism for a tournament riddled with incidents of gender inequality, Martha Alexander takes a closer look at the the sexism problem plaguing elite tennis

Evening Standard

Lionel Messi wins Laureus Sportsman of the Year 2023 award as he pips PSG team-mate

The Paris Saint-Germain superstar has picked up yet another individual award as Lionel Messi's sensational 2023 , which included a World Cup win, is celebrated

Daily Mirror

Alcaraz and Sabalenka shine but female players feel overshadowed in Madrid

Carlos Alcaraz defended his title while a classic women’s final came amid accusations that the WTA event was sidelined

The Guardian - UK

Rafael Nadal withdraws from Italian Open as injury problems persist ahead of Roland Garros defence

Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Italian Open as he continues to battle injury problems ahead of the French Open later this month.

Evening Standard

Carlos Alcaraz breezes into Madrid final as Nadal doubts grow over Paris

Carlos Alcaraz continued his path to the top of his sport with a comfortable 6-4, 6-3 win over Borna Coric to return to the Madrid Open final

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The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal still not fully fit as he pulls out of Italian Open

The Spaniard has not played a match since suffering a hip injury at the Australian Open in January.

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal still doubtful for French Open after providing latest injury update

The Spaniard has been contending with a hip and psoas injury, ruling him out of the Italian Open and threatening his Roland Garros preparation

Radio France Internationale

Djokovic gets US Open boost after immigration chiefs relax anti-Covid jab rules

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic will be able to compete at the 2023 US Open in New York after American border control bosses announced on Monday that a vaccination against Covid-19 is no longer required to enter the country.

Daily Mirror

Andy Murray makes brave Wimbledon claim after equalling worst ever run

Andy Murray crashed out of the Madrid Open first round to Andrea Vavassori earlier this week but he is still adamant he can win his third Wimbledon title this summer

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The Hindu

Toni Nadal optimistic over Rafael Nadal’s French Open participation

Rafael Nadal’s uncle and former coach, Toni Nadal, is optimistic his nephew will play at the French Open, but admitted Tuesday that the record 14-time champion will not arrive under ideal circumstances.

The Hindu

Madrid title defence a little easier without Djokovic, Nadal: Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz admitted the injury absences of Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic make it easier for him to defend his Madrid Open title, but said Tuesday he did not feel favourite to win.

Daily Mirror

Fernando Alonso F1 retirement timeframe given as Roger Federer comparison made

Alonso turns 42 later this season but is enjoying a remarkable career renaissance with the high-flying Aston Martin team, and the Spaniard is showing few signs of slowing down

Asharq Al-Awsat

Alcaraz Follows Nadal as Repeat Barcelona Open Champion

In control and looking as dominant as ever, Carlos Alcaraz nodded his head from side to side to the tune of the music being played on the Rafa Nadal center court. The 19-year-old Spaniard couldn't be more relaxed while sitting on the bench during a late changeover, watching the home…

The Independent UK

Carlos Alcaraz emulates Rafael Nadal record with Barcelona Open victory

The Spanish teenager was virtually flawless as he dispatched Stefanos Tsitsipas in a 6-3 6-4 victory

The Independent UK

Carlos Alcaraz makes statement with Barcelona Open victory

The Spanish teenager was virtually flawless in a 6-3 6-4 victory.

Radio France Internationale

French Open supremo Mauresmo talks about changes and challenges

Talk about eking out the suspense. Or Maybe it was a way to highlight the adornments for the 2023 French Open. In either scenario, the prize money for the men's and women's singles champions was not revealed during a late-morning bash at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris.

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