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All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Rafael Nadal is the oldest title winner in the history of the clay-court tournament.

Indian teen Maaya Rajeshwaran enters US Open Jr 2nd round

Indian teen Maaya Rajeshwaran enters US Open Jr 2nd round

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi overcame China's Zhang-Qian Wei to enter the second round of the junior girls' singles event at the US Open.

Asteroid named after Rafael Nadal

Asteroid named after Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

The Rafael Nadal asteroid, currently located between Mars and Jupiter, is 4 kilometers in diameter and travels through space at a speed of 20 km per second.

Chances it'll be my...: Rafael Nadal drops big hint on retirement plans

Chances it'll be my...: Rafael Nadal drops big hint on retirement plans

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The 22-time major champion Rafael Nadal addressed the prospect that 2024 could be his final year as an ATP professional, confessing that it is indeed a reality that he might hang up his racquets at the end of next season.

Rafael Nadal shares photos after successful appendix surgery

Rafael Nadal shares photos after successful appendix surgery

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Rafael Nadal is expected to be released from a clinic in Barcelona on Tuesday after undergoing a successful appendectomy, the world number three's spokesman said.

Rafael Nadal reclaims No 1 spot

Rafael Nadal reclaims No 1 spot

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Rafael Nadal reclaimed top spot in the men's ATP rankings on Monday

Guess How Much Hardik's Watch Costs!

Guess How Much Hardik's Watch Costs!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Hardik Pandya turned heads off the field, wearing a jaw-dropping a Richard Mille RM 27-04 watch during Asia Cup training, valued between Rs 15 crore and Rs 20 crore.

Spain's King bestows Marquis title on Nadal

Spain's King bestows Marquis title on Nadal

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Spain's King Felipe VI on Thursday granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess, according to a royal household statement.

'If I were a selector, would never drop Jaiswal'

'If I were a selector, would never drop Jaiswal'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Speaking further, the 1983 World Cup winning star reflected on Virat Kohli's mindset ahead of the challenging Australian tour, underlining the mental demands the series will bring.

Rafael Nadal here to stay

Rafael Nadal here to stay

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Nadal eyes participation in Davis Cup Finals, 2020 Olympics

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Reader Jenkins sent us this picture from Chennai.

Rafael Nadal is back as World No 1!

Rafael Nadal is back as World No 1!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

Federer's pullout from Cincinnati hands number one spot to the Spaniard

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Reader Blisson Antony sent us a picture of Rafael Nadal.

Rafael Nadal out of Wimbledon due to wrist injury

Rafael Nadal out of Wimbledon due to wrist injury

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Twice former champion Rafael Nadal will not play at this year's Wimbledon due to the wrist injury that forced the Spaniard out of the French Open, he said on Thursday.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Rediff.com11 Feb 2008

Reader Mamta Nahar sent us these pictures from Chennai.

The women behind King Rafael Nadal

The women behind King Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

Rafael Nadal looks unstoppable at the US Open.

'Class act': Rafael Nadal lauds Novak Djokovic for contributing to relief fund

'Class act': Rafael Nadal lauds Novak Djokovic for contributing to relief fund

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Serbian tennis star Djokovic and wife Jelena Djokovic had announced that they will donate a million euros to help the people of Serbia combat the coronavirus. Nadal has expressed gratitude to Djokovic for contributing to his fund to aid the fight against the coronavirus.

'Merci Rafa': Roland Garros pays tribute to Nadal

'Merci Rafa': Roland Garros pays tribute to Nadal

Rediff.com26 May 2025

On the anniversary of the day he first walked on to the Roland Garros court 20 years ago, Rafael Nadal returned as a hero to be celebrated by a crowd that has always embraced him as one of their own.

IN PHOTOS: The Legend of Rafael Nadal

IN PHOTOS: The Legend of Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

Factbox on Rafael Nadal who won his ninth French Open title, and record fifth in succession, after beating Serbia's Novak Djokovic 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4 on Sunday.

Know your French Open champion Rafael Nadal

Know your French Open champion Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Factbox on Rafael Nadal, who beat Dominic Thiem 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 to win his 11th French Open title on Sunday:

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Reader Geethan Rayan sent us this picture.

Nadal touched by presence of great rivals during tribute

Nadal touched by presence of great rivals during tribute

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'Novak is playing here, so it's easier. But Andy and Roger coming meant a lot to me because they represent a very important part of my tennis career.'

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

He also overtook his career-best 65-season win tally of 2023 with this win.

SEE: When Rafa Nadal Jr Met Daddy's Big Three Rivals

SEE: When Rafa Nadal Jr Met Daddy's Big Three Rivals

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Nadal took to X on Monday and expressed his gratitude to his long-time rivals for their presence at the tribute.

Djokovic sad that Big Four rivals are now gone

Djokovic sad that Big Four rivals are now gone

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Novak Djokovic said he owes much of his success to his former rivals Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray.

50 ATP titles and more...Rafael Nadal in elite company

50 ATP titles and more...Rafael Nadal in elite company

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Rafael Nadal's historic seventh French Open crown was also his 50th ATP title. Only nine other players in the Open era preceded the Spaniard to the feat. Bikash Mohapatra looks at them.

Rafael Nadal on track to compete at Rio Olympics

Rafael Nadal on track to compete at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal is recovering well from a left wrist injury and is on track to compete at the Olympics in Rio, his doctor said on Tuesday.

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Ganguly backs Gill's appointment as ODI skipper

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He doesn't play T20 cricket. So, he will not be a part of the World Cup in 2026 in India. But when they go to 2027 in South Africa, he will be 40 years old. And that's a big number in sport.'

Rafael Nadal shares his success mantra

Rafael Nadal shares his success mantra

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

"When I was a kid, I just dreamt about playing at Roland Garros, at Wimbledon, professional tournaments. I am no different than many kids. My motivation and passion to try to reach that dream was the key to our success. "We worked hard with motivation. Kids can do it, if I did it," the Spanish legend said ahead of the opening IPTL match. "The only thing I can advise is that try to have right people around you, who know about the sport, who really support you and try to help you reach your best level, practice everyday with motivation and passion. "I had good people around me. Without (coach and uncle) Tony, nothing was possible. I am lucky that someone from my family is my coach forever. We work hard. "We work with passion, with love for what we are doing and just trying to do right things to improve every year. That's the only secret."

Rafael Nadal: Five years of agony Down Under

Rafael Nadal: Five years of agony Down Under

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

For the fifth straight year Melbourne brought agony for Nadal. Bikash Mohapatra summarises the Spaniard's no show Down Under.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at the US Open

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at the US Open

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

Reader Chandra Kumar sent us a picture of Rafael Nadal from New York.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal during the Qatar Open

Spotted: Rafael Nadal during the Qatar Open

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

Reader Atul Deshpande sent us this picture from Doha.

Megan Fox, Rafael Nadal go sexy for Armani!

Megan Fox, Rafael Nadal go sexy for Armani!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2011

The Hollywood siren and tennis ace strip to the bare essentials in a sizzling new advertising campaign for the Italian fashion house.

'3 Winners in Paris': Legends Hail Alcaraz-Sinner Epic

'3 Winners in Paris': Legends Hail Alcaraz-Sinner Epic

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A clash of nerves, brilliance, and next-gen firepower-Alcaraz showed once again he's made for the biggest stages. As the tennis world erupted, legends led the tributes.

Sinner cruises past Musetti to reach US Open semis

Sinner cruises past Musetti to reach US Open semis

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

The World No 1, who extended his hardcourt winning streak to 26 matches, will play against Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semi-finals.

Andy Murray Statue To Grace Wimbledon!

Andy Murray Statue To Grace Wimbledon!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

A statue to honor British tennis great Andy Murray is in the works with installation at the All England Club in London planned for 2027.

Rafael Nadal is the man to beat at French Open

Rafael Nadal is the man to beat at French Open

Rediff.com22 May 2017

German Alexander Zverev says he cannot rest on his laurels after beating Novak Djokovic to win the Italian Open on Sunday and has set his sights on bigger titles in order to retain his place in the world's top 10.

Draper ready to carry torch for Britain at Wimbledon

Draper ready to carry torch for Britain at Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Draper, 23, has won only two matches in three previous visits to Wimbledon. But the past 12 months has seen him evolve from a player regarded as physically fragile to a beast of the courts with the weapons to challenge the very best.

Rafael Nadal reveals strong political views on Catalonia

Rafael Nadal reveals strong political views on Catalonia

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

'I don't understand Spain without Catalonia. I don't want to understand or see it'

Tennis stars salute Sinner's Australian Open repeat

Tennis stars salute Sinner's Australian Open repeat

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Rafael Nadal all took to social media to congratulate the Italian.