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Novak Djokovic
sport

OPINION: The greatest? Novak Djokovic may have settled the debate

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

BREAKING: Rafael Nadal crashes out of Australian Open

rafael nadal
Tennis

BREAKING: Injured Rafael Nadal crashes out of Australian Open

Novak Djokovic
Tennis

OPINION: The greatest? Novak Djokovic may have settled the debate

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

BREAKING: Rafael Nadal crashes out of Australian Open

rafael nadal
Tennis

BREAKING: Injured Rafael Nadal crashes out of Australian Open

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

WATCH: Nadal’s comical racquet ‘theft’ at Australian Open

By Craig Lewis17-01-2023 14:31

Rafael Nadal was involved in a bizarre incident at the Australian Open when a ball boy accidentally took his racquet.

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal launches hotel brand with Spain’s Melia Group

By AFP16-12-2022 10:46

Rafael Nadal has announced the launch of a new hotel brand with Spain’s Melia group that is planning to open some 20 hotels across the globe.

Roger Federer Trevor Noah Daily Show
Tennis

WATCH: Teary Federer chats with Trevor Noah on Daily Show

By Mariette Adams08-12-2022 14:33

Roger Federer reflects on his career, his emotionally-charged final doubles match with Rafa Nadal and how he was denied entry into Wimbledon.

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

It’s a boy! Tennis great Rafael Nadal is a FATHER!

By Garrin Lambley08-10-2022 19:58

Tennis great Rafael Nadal has reportedly become a father for the first time after his wife Mery Perello gave birth to a baby boy.

rafael nadal
Tennis

BOMBSHELL: Rafael Nadal pulls out of Laver Cup

By Garrin Lambley24-09-2022 15:28

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the remainder of the Laver Cup due to personal reasons, organisers have confirmed.

roger federer rafael nadal laver-cup
Tennis

WATCH | Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in TEARS on night of high emotion

By Garrin Lambley24-09-2022 10:56

Roger Federer promised his fans they had not seen the last of him after bringing the curtain down on his glittering career.

Roger Federer
Tennis

Tearful Roger Federer bows out of tennis with Laver Cup defeat

By AFP24-09-2022 07:07

Roger Federer described his career as a “perfect journey” despite being denied a fairytale ending with a doubles defeat at the Laver Cup.

Federer
Tennis

VIDEO: Tears flow as Roger Federer bows out

By Craig Lewis24-09-2022 07:03

There was barely a dry eye in the house as Roger Federer made an emotional exit from the game of tennis on Friday.

Roger Federer will retire next week. Photo: Archives
Tennis

What time is Roger Federer playing tonight?

By James Freemantle23-09-2022 20:48

Roger Federer will take the court in competitive action for the last time tonight. Don’t miss it for the world.

roger federer rafael nadal
Tennis

BREAKING: Roger Federer teams up with Rafael Nadal at Laver Cup for dream farewell match

By AFP22-09-2022 15:45

Roger Federer will team up with long-time rival Rafael Nadal for the final match of his glittering career, Laver Cup organisers announced.

Roger Federer Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Roger Federer eyes dream farewell alongside Rafael Nadal at Laver Cup

By AFP21-09-2022 22:09

Roger Federer wants to bring the curtain down on his career by teaming up with long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in London.

Roger Federer Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal on Roger Federer’s retirement: ‘It was an honour’

By Garrin Lambley15-09-2022 20:17

Rafael Nadal said it was “an honour” to share “amazing moments” with Roger Federer after the Swiss great announced his retirement.

Roger Federer
Tennis

Roger Federer’s retirement: Who’s saying what

By Garrin Lambley15-09-2022 19:52

Roger Federer’s decision to retire has provoked an emotional reaction from current and former players, coaches and athletes in other sports.

Rafael Nadal congratulates Frances Tiafoe
Tennis

Nadal crashes out of the US Open but vacant World No. 1 spot is still down to three players

By James Freemantle06-09-2022 05:11

Rafael Nadal can still reclaim the vacant World No. 1 spot but he’ll have to hope that two other players don’t reach this year’s US Open final.

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal will regain the World No. 1 ranking on Sunday if these things happen

By James Freemantle05-09-2022 12:21

Rafael Nadal will reclaim the world No.1 ranking on Sunday if these permutations are met at this year’s US Open.

Nadal
Tennis

Perfect Nadal into US Open fourth round

By AFP04-09-2022 07:26

Rafael Nadal defeated close friend Richard Gasquet for the 18th time to reach the US Open fourth round on Saturday.

Shakira
Celeb News

Shakira’s alleged affair with tennis star Rafael Nadal

By Nokuthula Ngcobo30-08-2022 09:52

Following news that Pique has a new woman in his life, Spanish paparazzi have revealed that Shakira and Nadal had a steamy love affair.

Laver Cup
Tennis

Novak Djokovic completes ‘Big Four’ dream team at Laver Cup

By AFP22-07-2022 16:37

Novak Djokovic has confirmed he will join Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray in a dream Team Europe line-up at the Laver Cup.

Novak Djokovic
Tennis

The numbers are stacking up for Novak Djokovic in the race to be tennis’ GOAT

By AFP11-07-2022 14:08

With a 7th Wimbledon title and a 21st Grand Slam, the numbers are stacking up for Novak Djokovic in the race to be the greatest of all time.

nick kyrgios
Tennis

Nick Kyrgios’ MOTHER opens up on her controversial son

By AFP08-07-2022 17:49

Nick Kyrgios’ mother says she has seen a big difference in her son this year, who is “finally appreciating where he is” and enjoying life.

Nick Kyrgios
Tennis

Nick Kyrgios has kind words for Rafael Nadal: ‘I hope your recovery goes well’

By Garrin Lambley08-07-2022 16:50

Nick Kyrgios has told Rafael Nadal that he hopes the Spaniard’s “recovery goes well” after he was forced out of their Wimbledon semi-final.

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal: Brilliant career cursed by injury

By AFP08-07-2022 06:04

Rafael Nadal has collected a record 22 Grand Slam titles but a career plagued by injuries has undoubtedly robbed him of even more.

Rafael Nadal Wimbledon
Tennis

Rafael Nadal pulls OUT of Wimbledon, Nick Kyrgios gets walkover into final

By AFP07-07-2022 21:36

Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from Wimbledon after failing to recover from an abdominal injury, ending his hopes of a calendar Grand Slam.

Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal suffers 7MM abdomen tear, but WILL play Nick Kyrgios

By Garrin Lambley07-07-2022 15:49

Rafael Nadal has suffered a “seven millimetre” tear to his abdomen, but still intends to play his Wimbledon semi-final against Nick Kyrgios.

Rafael Nadal Wimbledon
Tennis

Rafael Nadal defies injury to set up Wimbledon semi-final showdown with Nick Kyrgios

By AFP06-07-2022 21:04

Rafael Nadal overcame an injury to beat Taylor Fritz and reach the Wimbledon semi-finals for an eighth time on Wednesday.

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