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'I know that each match could be his last,' Coach Carlos Moya talks about what lies ahead for him after Rafael Nadal retires

Rafael Nadal is at the tail-end of his illustrious career. He announced earlier that this season will be his final tour following his long sideline last year.

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'A Little Bit Arrogant': Nadal Hilariously Recalls First Meeting With Federer

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer recently collaborated for Louis Vuitton and as part of the collaboration, they briefly discussed their first meeting. The first meeting of the two legends happened a very long time ago, and the Swiss Maestro didn't quite remember it.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

Watch: Federer And Nadal Reunite In Surreal Louis Vuitton Campaign

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have long cast aside their tennis rivalry to enjoy an off-court camaraderie while appearing in a Louis Vuitton advertising campaign.

Rafael Nadal News / Tennis Infinity / 1 hour ago

Nadal 'Won't Retire' At Roland Garros If He Wins It According To Uncle Toni

Rafael Nadal will likely play at the 2024 Roland Garros, but according to his uncle, Toni Nadal, he won't be retiring after it, even if he wins. Uncle Toni is best known as the long-time coach of his nephew and, more recently, Felix Auger-Aliassime.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / 12 hours ago

'If Federer hadn’t been there, Rafael would probably have won some more Wimbledon,' Toni Nadal talks about the Big Three’s careers coinciding and what negative effect it created

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal‘s careers grew parallelly. Although Nadal turned pro a few years after Federer, the Spaniard soon caught up and, in fact, left the Swiss maestro behind.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / 21 hours ago

Nadal 'To Play' Roland Garros 'Unless He Has Big Problem' Says Former Rival Wawrinka

According to fellow ATP player, and former rival, Stan Wawrinka, fans will have a chance to see Rafael Nadal at the 2024 Roland Garros. The Swiss player seemingly has an opinion that none of his former rivals will retire anytime soon.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 17

Nadal's Roland Garros Participation 'Yet To Be Decided' According To Coach

Despite strong indications that Rafael Nadal will play at the 2024 Roland Garros, his coach, Carlos Moya, admitted that it has not been decided yet. There has been a lot of 'will he, won't he' with the Spanish player this year, as there is nothing certain about his career.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 16

'I think he will play,' Stan Wawrinka puts Rafael Nadal as a favorite for the Roland Garros despite injury concerns

Three-time singles Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka strongly believes that Rafael Nadal will be back for the French Open. In a recent interview with Express, the Swiss legend shared his opinions about Nadal and Novak Djokovic for the French Open. All eyes are on Nadal and his participation in Paris.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 16

Boris Becker has a two-word reaction to Rafael Nadal inching closer to Roland Garros participation in his final season on tour

Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal playing at the French Open is what everyone had been rooting for and now as the moment nears, the excitement and anticipation are building up.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 16

Swiatek Explains She's Nadal's Fan 'Because Of How He Behaves'

Iga Swiatek is a huge fan of Rafael Nadal, and she spoke about that after her most recent win at the Italian Open. If you don't know that Iga Swiatek is a huge fan of Rafael Nadal, then you must have been living under a rock.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 15

Tallon Griekspoor’s lifelong dream comes true as he gets an opportunity to train with Rafael Nadal ahead of Roland Garros

Dutch star Tallon Griekspoor has revealed his excitement to being called to train with Rafael Nadal in Mallorca after several previous attempts failed to materialize.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

Rafael Nadal gives major update on French Open status

Rafael Nadal switches gears, gives major update on French Open status

Less than one week after Rafael Nadal said he was unsure if he'd be able to compete in the French Open, the 22-time Grand Slam winner changed his tone.

Novak Djokovic talks about the effect of negative comments and how he copes

After French Open snub, Dominic Thiem to play in other tournament

Emma Raducanu to play Roland Garros qualifiers after wild-card snub

Iga Swiatek on board with a battle of surfaces vs. Aryna Sabalenka

Serena Williams achieves another feat

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 15

French Open hopes still alive for Rafael Nadal as he plans to fly to Paris soon

Rafael Nadal‘s hopes for playing at his favorite Grand Slam tournament- the French Open are still alive as the Spaniard plans to fly to Paris soon. After getting knocked out from the Rome Masters following a defeat in the second round, Nadal went back to his academy to train and is feeling good ahead of the mega event.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 13

Nadal To Play Roland Garros Even If He Has Only '0.01% Chance To Win'

Rafael Nadal is unsure about his Roland Garros participation, but he revealed what the situation looks like now. Nadal's most recent match was a bad loss against Hubert Hurkacz in Rome.

Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / May 13

Swiatek Admits To Crying When Watching Idol Nadal's Farewell In Madrid

Iga Swiatek grew up idolizing Rafael Nadal, and she cried after seeing the type of farewell he got at the Madrid Open. Not long ago, Nadal was spectacularly honored at the Madrid Open.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / May 13

Alexander Zverev feels ‘comfortable in Rome’ after Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic get knocked out of the tournament

World No. 5 Alexander Zverev won the Italian Open in 2017 but has not made much progress in this year’s clay season. However, he now feels ‘comfortable’ and is hoping to win the title again. In 2017, the 27-year-old lifted his first title on Italian clay by beating then second seed Novak Djokovic in straight sets 6-4, 6-3.