'I had some nerves but if you want to beat one of these guys you have to be unbelievably calm and keep your head there.'
Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open.
Iglesias was born in Mali with albinism, a genetic condition that inhibits the production of melanin which pigments the skin, hair and eyes. Albinism impairs her visual perception by 90%, but thick corrective eyewear allows her to see around 20%.
A summary of the day's tennis action at Roland Garros.
Nadal aims to play at French Open, Olympics
Djokovic etched his name in history by clinching a record 24 Grand Slam titles
'I've never been of the thought that Rafa needs rhythm because he's too good for that. But now the situation is different.'
Rafael Nadal continued his impressive return from a long injury layoff with a 6-1 6-2 demolition of wildcard Jason Kubler to reach the quarter-finals at the Brisbane International on Thursday ahead of this month's Australian Open.
Sumit Nagal registered a straight sets victory against Canada's Gabriel Diallo on his debut at the Miami Open.
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz expect Rafael Nadal to be at his competitive best at the Australian Open next month despite a hip injury that wiped out the veteran Spaniard's 2023 season.
Novak Djokovic's erratic form, Rafael Nadal's fitness woes and untimely injuries to top-ranked youngsters have set up an uncertain French Open men's tournament
'Heading to dinner with some friends,' Roger captioned a selfie clicked with fellow legends Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic, with the London Bridge in the background.
His representative Benito Perez-Barbadillo said the results of the surgery were expected on Saturday.
Given that Twelve Final Days doesn't really delve into the genesis of Roger Federer, the ups and downs of his career, the assumption is that it is meant for people who are already familiar with his work, observes Deepti Patwardhan.
The French Open, which Nadal has won a record 14 times including last year, starts on May 28.
Nadal skipped tournaments at Indian Wells and Miami as well as the ongoing Monte Carlo Masters after suffering the injury he suffered at the Australian Open.
Sumit Nagal was handed a straight-set defeat by Canada's Milos Raonic in the opening round of the BNP Paribas Open.
Nagal is likely to reach a new career-high ranking of world No. 92
'With all the foot issues, just turned 36, he adds his 22nd Major'
Buys team in electric powerboat series.
Casper Ruud gained sweet revenge over Stefanos Tsitsipas as he beat the Greek fifth seed 7-5, 6-3 to win the Barcelona Open on Sunday.
Rafa Nadal returned to action for the first time since January at the Brisbane International on Sunday, losing his doubles match but overall showing no obvious after-effects of the hip injury that ruined his year.
France showcased its cultural diversity, spirit of revolution, impeccable craftsmanship, and architectural heritage in a riveting opening ceremony for the 33rd Olympic Games.
Rafael Nadal looked razor sharp again during his latest meeting with qualifier Thiem
Fears that Rafael Nadak may miss the French Open grew after he pulled out of this week's Italian Open.
Rafael Nadal has not played a competitive match since bowing out in the second round of this year's Australian Open.
Serbia's Novak Djokovic beat Italy's Lorenzo Musetti 6-4 6-2 to reach his first Olympic final on Friday and will bid for gold in a blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz.
'He's so important for our game, one of the greatest legends of tennis in the history of the game.'
It was a case of more pain than gain for Nadal since he hoisted the Musketeers' Cup for a record 14th time in June.
The unpredictable nature of the 2024 US Open has turned it into one of the most thrilling Grand Slam tournaments in recent memory.
'If I was running for a drop shot, I was limping there more than running.'
Although Nadal has revealed that he has seen improvements in his hip injury after trying a new treatment, the question still remains: Will Rafa defend his title at the French Open?
Local favourite Thompson saved three match points before prevailing 5-7, 7-6 (6), 6-3 against Nadal, who was playing his first tournament after nearly a year out with a hip injury.
Images from the Olympics tennis action at the Roland Garros, Paris, on Wednesday.
Rafael Nadal has not played since sustaining a hip injury at the Australian Open in January.
Alcaraz grinds down Zverev to win maiden French Open title
'It'll also be difficult for him, tennis requires that competitive rhythm, but Rafa is Rafa, even if he arrives without many matches, he'll surely show a spectacular level.'
'Rafael Nadal withdrew for personal reasons'
It may not quite be the end for British great Andy Murray at Wimbledon but it felt like it as the 37-year-old received an emotional farewell after he and brother Jamie were beaten in the first round of the men's doubles on Thursday.
Novak Djokovic said his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz was becoming like the one he shared with the Spaniard's compatriot, Rafa Nadal, after needing nearly four hours to outlast the 20-year-old world number one in an epic Cincinnati Open final on Sunday.
© 2026 Rediff.com - Investor Information - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances