Rafael Nadal

2022 - 8 - 3

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Rafael Nadal told why he may have 'to answer unfair questions' on ... (Daily Express)

RAFAEL NADAL will need to answer 'unfair questions' on Novak Djokovic post-retirement.

“The only thing I regret a little bit is the fact that politics got involved because of the vaccination issue. Rafael Nadal will have ‘unfair’ questions to answer if he finishes his career with more Grand Slams than rival Novak Djokovic due to the Serb’s vaccination status, Ivan Lendl believes. I don't care who it will be, I don't have a favourite, just for the benefit of answering that question, to make everything clear. And not to say, 'if this man could play, it would be different, your record is not good enough'. It's not fair.” “If Novak wins the most Grand Slams despite that, I think we will have an answer. It will only be completed when all three retire.

'That is not fair' - Ivan Lendl hopes Novak Djokovic/Rafael Nadal ... (Eurosport.co.uk)

Ivan Lendl has said that he hopes the fact Novak Djokovic cannot play some Grand Slams does not decide the GOAT debate with Rafel Nadal and Roger Federer.

I only hope that in 20 years we won't look at it through that prism, that we won't be sure who is the greatest because of politics. And I don't think that's fair." It is fascinating to watch and follow, not only for people from the tennis world, but for everyone else, spectators, fans.

'There's no reason to ban Novak Djokovic', says expert (Tennis World)

Paris, Roland Garros 2010. After beating Evgenij Korolev, Kei Nishikori, Victor Hanescu and Robby Ginepri, the third seed, Novak Djokovic, is about to face ...

Why in the name of almighty science can’t he play this year?" He lost in the finals to Medvedev. He wasn’t vaccinated. This will surely be something that I will be proud of for the rest of my life." The former top 10 player continued: "It was an honor to play in such a great era. There have been some good matches in my career where I have been able to beat the big guys. Following that sensational feat, the Austrian was no longer able to reach the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam event.

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray ... (Daily Express)

THE line-up for Laver Cup is taking shape with action due to get underway next month.

He doesn't want to commit to anything too soon before having to pull out… Fans should be treated to a spectacle of tennis in September with the 'Big Three' and Murray all in action. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray will have a new threat to contend with at Laver Cup later this year.

Jack Sock to battle Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak ... (Tennis World)

Sock signs up to compete at this year's Laver Cup.

The Laver Cup wasn't held in 2020, while Sock didn't compete at the event last year. Sock now joins a Team World that features Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Diego Schwartzman. At the Laver Cup, which is scheduled to take place between September 23-25, Sock will be going up against Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray. American tennis player Jack Sock has signed up to represent Team World at the Laver Cup. Sock, 29, is set to make his fourth Laver Cup appearance.

'Rafael Nadal and I played great match,' says Daniil Medvedev (Tennis World)

Daniil Medvedev claimed the first Major crown at the last year's US Open following a straight-sets triumph over Novak Djokovic. The Russian had a chance to ...

Rafa held at love in game ten to wrap up the set and force a decider after four hours and 12 minutes, firmly believing in a complete comeback. Medvedev made one last push and broke back in game ten for 5-5, extending his chances and fighting like a lion despite wasting a colossal advantage. Rafa passed all the obstacles at the Australian Open to lift the trophy and again prove his everlasting class.

'Rafael Nadal in Washington - it's incredible,' young gun recalls (Tennis World)

Frances made his ATP Tour debut in Washington 2014 at 16, losing to Evgeny Donskoy in straight sets after a solid effort. Tiafoe scored only two victories in ...

Rafa toppled Jack Sock after over three hours and fell to Lloyd Harris in the next match despite giving his best. He gave his best to stay in touch despite an evident struggle, falling in four sets after over four hours. Tiafoe scored only two victories in his first five trips to Washington, and he will try to change that this week as the top-30 player and the 10th seed.