Djokovic pass means de Minaur will go to the ATP ball After a year of hard slog, injury woes and huge breakthroughs, Alex de Minaur has got his just desserts and will play in the ATP Finals. AAP · Nov 5, 2024
Tennis Mailbag: Andrey Rublev’s Self-Flagellation, Daniel Nestor’s HoF Snub and More Jon Wertheim answers your questions, starting with a discussion about the Russian star’s concerning pattern of self-harm and a point on the Hall of Fame controversy. Sports Illustrated · Oct 30, 2024
'Honestly, are you asking me this?' Rafa Nadal's funniest and most awkward press conferences Retiring tennis superstar had some great moments in the press room, as well as on the court Evening Standard · Oct 14, 2024
Jannik Sinner defeats Novak Djokovic in Shanghai Masters to continue remarkable 2024 Jannik Sinner added his seventh title of a remarkable year with victory over Novak Djokovic in the final of the Shanghai Masters. The National (Scotland) · Oct 13, 2024
Jannik Sinner too strong in Shanghai to deny Novak Djokovic milestone title The Italian clinched a 7-6 (4) 6-3 victory to cement his status as the best player in the world The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2024
Part of me left with them – Djokovic reflects as Nadal joins ‘Big Four’ retirees Djokovic reached the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters a day after Nadal announced this year would be his last on court. The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024
Rafael Nadal's real love: More than just fandom, it's the spirit Rafael Nadal once famously said he wants to be the next president of Real Madrid. As and when it happens, even Florentino Perez shouldn't mind it --- the Spanish Matador is undoubtedly the greatest non-playing ambassador the club ever had. The Times of India · Oct 11, 2024
Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute Djokovic and Nadal met a record 60 times and shared 46 grand slam titles in a record rivalry The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024
Rafael Nadal’s retirement draws a line under golden era of men’s tennis Becoming a true superstar after his 2008 Wimbledon triumph against Roger Federer, the Spaniard has been the ultimate role model The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2024
Rafael Nadal Announced His Retirement From Tennis With A Video That’ll Make You Piss Tears Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from professional tennis in a bittersweet video on Instagram. Pedestrian.tv · Oct 10, 2024
Morning Mail: platforms could escape social media age ban, mortgage rates ease, Nadal to retire Sites will be asked to show that they pose a ‘low risk’ of harm to children; expectation of rate cuts prompts lenders to lower rates The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2024
Rafael Nadal gave his all until he simply couldn’t anymore and had to retire: Analysis Rafael Nadal’s tennis career will be remembered because of the numbers, yes — the 14 French Open trophies, the 22 Grand Slam titles overall, the nearly two decades in the top 10, and so on — and, without a doubt, because of his riveting rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak… The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024
Passion, power and never giving up: Nadal’s enduring qualities are a lesson for everyone Spaniard transformed the sport and, together with his great rivals, lifted it to new heights before injuries took their toll The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2024
Rafael Nadal to end illustrious tennis career after Davis Cup Finals in Spain Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz were among those praising the Spaniard after his announcement. The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024
The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket - his eccentric style made him an icon The 22-time Grand Slam champion announced that he will retire after the Davis Cup Finals next month
The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2024 ‘I hoped this day would never come’: Federer leads tributes to retiring Nadal News of Rafael Nadal’s retirement has prompted an outpouring of affection across the sporting world and beyond
Al Jazeera · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal to retire: What you need to know about the tennis great Nadal’s retirement announcement marks the end of an era. Here’s all you need to know about his superlative career.
Evening Standard · Oct 10, 2024 OPINION - What Rafael Nadal meant to this Roger Federer obsessive Few individuals have brought me greater misery than Rafael Nadal. His viciously top spinning forehands rearing up high to Roger Federer's single-handed backhand marked my childhood. And early adulthood. And, given both athletes’ longevity, managed to haunt my relentless creep into pre-middle age too.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal Was a Different Kind of Superstar, and Changed Tennis Forever Humility can be a rare occurrence in sports, but Nadal deployed it as a superpower, charging to 22 major titles in a never-to-be-replicated career.
Top News · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal Announces Retirement After Historic Tennis Career Rafael Nadal, the 'King of Clay,' retires at 38 after winning 22 Grand Slam titles, leaving behind a legendary legacy in tennis.
The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024 Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’ The duo enjoyed a legendary rivalry at the top of men’s tennis and Federer retired playing with Nadal in 2022
The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons Nadal’s forehand left many opponents watching on in staggered disbelief.
International Business Times · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal Calls Time On Epic Tennis Career Rafael Nadal on Thursday announced he will retire after the Davis Cup finals in November, ending a career which brought 22 Grand Slam titles, global respect and inspired epic, iconic rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2024 ‘A difficult decision’: Rafael Nadal announces retirement from tennis at 38 Rafael Nadal has announced that the upcoming Davis Cup final will be his final tournament as a professional
France 24 · Oct 10, 2024 Rafael Nadal announces his retirement from professional tennis Rafael Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion, on Thursday said he will retire from professional tennis at the end of this season. The 38-year-old Spanish player said he would effectively end his career after the Davis Cup finals in November.