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'For a long time I didn’t want to see him,' Jo-Wilfried Tsonga opens up on Rafael Nadal’s final season on tour as he wants the Spaniard ‘to come out in the best way by fighting’

Former ATP No.5 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has revealed his desire to see Rafael Nadal play at this year’s Roland Garros. This comes after the Spaniard admitted his doubt in participating at the clay Grand Slam event.

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Nadal Shuts Down French Open Retirement Talks Ahead Of Italian Open

Some assume that Rafael Nadal could retire at the 2024 Roland Garros, but he dismissed that ahead of his first match at the Italian Open. Nadal attempted a few comebacks this year.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / 2 minutes ago

'The game is better with him,' Jimmy Connors hails Rafael Nadal’s impact as the Spaniard approaches closer to retirement

Tennis legend Jimmy Connors heaped praise on the Spanish Maestro Rafael Nadal’s influence in tennis. With 2024 possibly being the last year for the Spaniard, Connors revealed what the sport would be like if the 22-time Singles Grand Slam champion left. Due to recurring injuries, Nadal had hinted that 2024 would be his last year on tour.

Rafael Nadal News / FirstSportz / 2 hours ago

'I can’t have a clear answer,' Rafael Nadal still remains uncertain about Roland Garros participation

Spanish ace Rafael Nadal is finally back on tour. Though not 100%, the Spaniard has gone two tournaments without any injuries. With the 37-year-old gearing up for his third consecutive tournament, the fans remain hopeful about his participation in the French Open. However, Nadal is quite uncertain about the Grand Slam.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / 4 minutes ago

'One of the greatest challenges that can exist,' Alexander Zverev describes how it feels to play against Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros

It won’t be wrong to say that Rafael Nadal, 37, is not playing his best tennis after recovering from multiple injuries. However, anyone who has played against him at Roland Garros can describe how dangerously he moves on the court.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 7

Rafael Nadal Finally Learns His First-Round Opponent For 2024 Italian Open

Rafael Nadal once again faced waiting game ahead of the 2024 Italian Open in Rome, but now he can prepare for his first-round opponent. The Spaniard's comeback has been going really well.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 7

Tennis Is 'So Much Better' With Nadal In It Says Tennis Legend Connors

Tennis icon Jimmy Connors believes the sport is in a better place with Rafael Nadal still playing on amid fears the Spaniard will retire before the end of the season.

Tennis News / ESPN / May 7

The week in tennis: Swiatek and Rublev prevail, Nadal bids farewell to the Madrid Open

Five-time champion Rafael Nadal played in his final Madrid Open, Andrey Rublev defied all odds, and a rivalry on the women's side could be one for the ages.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 6

Andy Roddick believes Rafael Nadal to make it big during Roland Garros 2024 as he is ‘the master of under-promising and over-delivering’

Rafael Nadal has reiterated his likelihood of not playing at the Roland Garros despite having reached the round of 16 of the recently concluded Madrid Open.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 6

2024 Italian Open Rome ATP Draw With Djokovic, Nadal, Rune & More

The draw for the 2024 Italian Open in Rome was released, as the third clay-court ATP Masters 1000 tournament of the year will start on May 8th. Running all the way until May 19th, 2024, the Italian Open in Rome often serves as the last preparation for players before they hit the ground in the French capital for the second major of the season.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

Swiatek Says Nadal Inspired Her To Save Match Points In Epic Madrid Open Final

Iga Swiatek admitted that Rafael Nadal inspired her during her match against Aryna Sabalenka at the 2024 Madrid Open, in which she saved match points. Sabalenka and Swiatek played a tremendous match last year at the Madrid Open, which was assumed to be the pinnacle of modern-day women's tennis.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 6

'The most beautiful closure,' Diego Schwartzman to join Rafael Nadal in retiring after the 2024 season

Argentine tennis pro Diego Schwartzman recently revealed some surprising news. He’s planning to retire from professional tennis after the 2024 season, aiming to conclude his career at his favorite tournament.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 5

Nadal Makes Up Over 200 Spots In Rankings After Madrid Farewell Appearance

Rafael Nadal has managed to climb over 200 spots in the ATP rankings, thanks to his run to the fourth round at the Madrid Open. Nadal started the 2024 season ranked World No.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 5

'I was getting goosebumps,' Andy Roddick explains what was it like to witness Madrid Open’s farewell to Rafael Nadal

Andy Roddick has hailed the Spanish crowd for their outstanding ovation for tennis icon Rafael Nadal after he played his final match at the Madrid Open.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 4

Watch: Rafael Nadal Holds First Practice Session With Hope Of Competing At Italian Open

Rafael Nadal said goodbye to Madrid a few days ago, but he's already in Rome practicing ahead of what many assume will be his return to the Italian Open.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 4

Nadal's Retirement At Laver Cup 'Possible But Not Probable' Says Federer's Former Coach

According to former ATP player Ivan Ljubicic, Rafael Nadal might retire at the Laver Cup, but it's still something not likely. There is a difference between probable and possible, with Roger Federer's former coach, Ivan Ljubicic, demonstrating just that in a recent interview with Italian newspaper La Stampa.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 3

Nadal 'Not Going To French Open To Make Appearance' According To Federer's Ex-Coach

Ivan Ljubicic, Roger Federer's former coach, doesn't think that Rafael Nadal is going to the Roland Garros to just play; he expects great things from him.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / April 29

Rafael Nadal storms into quarterfinals at Madrid

With the fans from his home country behind him, Rafael Nadal continued to make a successful return from injuries by reaching the quarterfinals of the Mutua Madrid Open with a 6-2, 6-7 (5), 6-3 victory over Pedro Cachin.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / April 27

Rafael Nadal avenges loss to Alex de Minaur, advances in Madrid

Rafael Nadal showed Australia's Alex de Minaur -- and the rest of the world -- that he's not ready to relinquish his crown as the king of clay, defeating him 7-6 (6), 6-3 in the second round at the Mutua Madrid Open on Saturday.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

ATP Madrid Day 4 Predictions Including Rafael Nadal vs Alex de Minaur

The hottest ticket yet at the ATP Madrid Open will involve the match between five-time champion Rafael Nadal and World #11 Alex de Minaur at Manolo Santana Stadium.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / April 25

Rafael Nadal posts easy win in first round in Madrid

Five-time champion Rafael Nadal started his tournament strong as he sailed to a 6-1, 6-0 victory over 16-year-old wild card Darwin Blanch on Thursday in the opening round of the Mutua Madrid Open in Spain.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / April 24

ATP Madrid Day 2 Predictions Including Rafael Nadal vs Darwin Blanch

Expect plenty of entertaining tennis on day two at the ATP Madrid Open, with a certain Spanish superstar set to make what may be a final appearance at La Caja Magica.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / April 17

Rafael Nadal's comeback ends in second round in Barcelona

Rafael Nadal's comeback effort ended Wednesday with a second-round loss to No. 4 seed Alex De Minaur at the Barcelona Open in Spain. Competing for the first time since early January, Nadal began his Spanish homecoming Tuesday with a 6-2, 6-3 win against Italy's Flavio Cobolli.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / April 16

ATP Barcelona Day 3 Predictions Including Rafael Nadal vs Alex de Minaur

Rafael Nadal has won ATP Barcelona 12 times, and despite his still being an active player, the main court is already named after him. The Spaniard played his first clay match in 22 months on Tuesday, defeating Flavio Cobolli in the opening round.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / April 4