Rafael Nadal to make Australian Open comeback
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More than a year since leaving the sport, Rafael Nadal has not embarked on a new journey, neither in administration nor in coaching, nor even becoming Spain’s non-playing Davis Cup captain.
In a twist few saw coming, Novak Djokovic’s sudden exit from the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) has reopened old wounds within tennis politics and placed renewed scrutiny on the choices Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal made when they opposed his breakaway movement.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will return to Melbourne for a special appearance at the Australian Open's Night of Legends,
Carlos Alcaraz made a winning start at the Australian Open, ousting Adam Walton 6-3, 7-6 6-2 in two hours and five minutes. The Spaniard played well and secured his 85th Major victory, becoming only the fourth player to achieve that before turning 23!
Rafael Nadal's net worth surged from $100 million in 2016 to an estimated $220 million by 2026, fueled by prize money, lucrative endorsements, and shrewd investments like his tennis academy and real estate ventures.
Imagine making your Wimbledon debut and beating Rafael Nadal to reach the quarter-finals in one of the tournament’s biggest upsets. That’s exactly what Nick Kyrgios did, but it appears
Kia Australia Ambassadors Ash Barty and Dylan Alcott will set the stage, sharing stories, memories and their love of Australian tennis, followed by Rafael Nadal who returns for his first appearance as an AO Legend, sharing stories about his AO journey and legacy.
Legendary Spanish tennis superstar Rafael Nadal recently came forward and made his feelings clear on potentially coaching Carlos Alcaraz in the near future after the latter parted ways with his current coach.
It is 20 years since Stan Wawrinka made his main-draw debut at the Australian Open, and 12 years since he beat Rafael Nadal there to win his first Grand Slam title. He is, by his own admission, "not young any more".