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‘Their attitude toward me’… Novak Djokovic opens up about Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal

Novak Djokovic’s tenure near the top of men’s tennis is as much about the matches as the ways he often shaped the sport in the shadows of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.

Soccer News / FirstSportz / June 13

Rafael Nadal Reflects on the Future of Tennis After Roland Garros Final Between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner

Rafael Nadal recently participated in a charity tournament called ‘The Battle of Stars’ at Pula Golf Resort, Mallorca. Over there he spoke to the media about the Roland Garros 2025 final between World No.

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The 'Men's singles French Open champions' quiz

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Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 13

'Tennis is in good hands': Rafael Nadal says Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are ‘far above the rest’

Rafael Nadal has weighed in on the rising rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, just days after their epic Roland Garros final. Last Sunday,

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 12

'I was never as loved as Federer and Nadal': Novak Djokovic on being the 'third guy' of the Big Three

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, recently spoke in an interview about his relationship with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, revealing which of the two he gets along with better.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 12

'Alcaraz over prime Rafa? That's insane' - former US Tennis stars go off in wild Rafael Nadal debate

On a recent episode of the Nothing Majo r podcast, things got heated as the hosts, former ATP stars Sam Querrey, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Jack Sock, dove into one of the spiciest debates in tennis: Could Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner beat Rafael Nadal in his prime on clay?

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 11

Daily Dose of Social Media: Coco Gauff gets WNBA ovation, Rafael Nadal enjoys magical stint in Disney Paris

In a new Daily Dose of Social Media, we recap some of the moments that stole the spotlight, including the warm welcome Coco Gauff received during her visit to a WNBA game in New York, while Rafael Nadal visited Disneyland Paris with his family.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / June 11

Kim Clijsters Calls Rafael Nadal’s Tribute Ceremony Attended by His 3 Biggest Rivals ‘Just So Perfect’

Rafael Nadal called time on his career at the Davis Cup last year after Spain’s defeat to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals. He didn’t receive a farewell at Roland Garros last year because he was unsure about his retirement.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 11

'It's different from what came before': Michael Chang highlights how Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal changed the game

Michael Chang believes that Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are responsible for changing the culture in the locker room. Both players are among the greatest to have ever played the game.

Tennis News / Serve on SI / June 10

Nike Drops Rafael Nadal's Wimbledon 2025 Kit Despite His Retirement

Clay court season is over, and now tennis has switched to grass. It has been an adjustment for fans (and Nike) not seeing Rafael Nadal on the court this year.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 10

Rafael Nadal breaks another record even after retirement as match-used racket sells for over $150K

Spanish tennis icon Rafael Nadal has broken yet another record despite retiring in 2024. The ‘King of Clay’ recently had one of his match-used rackets sold at auction for an astonishing $157,000, officially making history as the most expensive racket ever sold.

Tennis News / ESPN / June 9

Racket Rafael Nadal used to win 2017 French Open sells for $157,333

Nadal won his 10th French Open and didn't drop a single set in the tournament while using the racket.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / June 9

Carlos Alcaraz Calls Winning 5th Major at Exact Same Age as Rafael Nadal ‘Destiny’ After Lifting French Open

Carlos Alcaraz broke a plethora of records after beating Jannik Sinner in the longest French Open final on Sunday (June 8). In the five-hour, 29-minute battle, Alcaraz came from two sets down to clinch a mind-blowing 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) victory.

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Tennis News / ESPN / June 9

McEnroe: Alcaraz, Sinner could beat prime Nadal

The level of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner's tennis is so high that they would both be favourites to beat Rafael Nadal "at his best," John McEnroe has claimed.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 9

'A stat I’ll keep forever' – Carlos Alcaraz equals Rafael Nadal’s timeline with Roland Garros epic

Carlos Alcaraz's Roland Garros title came with a curious similarity to Rafael Nadal. The 21-year-old claimed his 5th Grand Slam title this Sunday by defeating Jannik Sinner in a remarkable comeback: 4-6, 6-7(3), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6[10-2].

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / June 8

John McEnroe Faces Backlash for Rafael Nadal Take at Roland Garros

While 21-year-old and world No. 2 Coco Gauff captured the French Open title on Saturday with a win over world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka on the women’s side, the top two players on the men’s side clashed in a thrilling final on Sunday. World No.

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 6

'Is this kid serious?' - Andre Agassi shares funny story detailing when he knew he would never defeat Rafael Nadal

Tennis great Andre Agassi was a recent guest on the Served with Andy Roddick podcast, where the eight-time Grand Slam champion recalled a humorous anecdote in which he realized he would never be able to get the best of Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal on a tennis court.

Soccer News / FirstSportz / June 4

Toni Nadal Weighs in on Why He Won’t Coach Carlos Alcaraz in the Future

Toni Nadal, the legendary coach of Rafael Nadal, has claimed that he won’t coach Carlos Alcaraz in the future. Alcaraz has already deployed some great coaches in his team, including full-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, who has been instrumental to his success.

Tennis News / Athlon Sports / May 27

ATP Tour Sends Message to Rafael Nadal

As the French Open honored Rafael Nadal, the ATP Tour also made sure to recognize the tennis icon and what he has done for the game. Nadal made an appearance at the Court Philippe-Chatrier on Sunday, as Roland-Garros paid tribute to his legendary career.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 26

Nadal recalls text Murray sent him after Champions League match

Rafael Nadal recalls text Andy Murray sent him after Champions League match

The friendship between tennis legends Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray has been well documented over the last two decades.

Nadal leaves footprint in tribute at French Open

Watch: Nadal brought to tears by surprise during French Open farewell ceremony

The 'Men's French Open tennis champions' quiz

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / May 26

Top 3 Rafael Nadal Matches At Roland Garros

Rafael Nadal has been the undisputed man at Roland Garros. Thousands of players have tried to get through the “Kind of Clay” at Roland Garros. However, all of them proved to be unsuccessful.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 25

Rafael Nadal leaves footprint in tribute at French Open

After Day 1 of the French Open on Sunday, Rafael Nadal bid farewell to Court Philippe-Chatrier, where he dominated throughout his career.

'Big Four' gather as Nadal is honored

Watch: Nadal brought to tears by surprise during farewell ceremony

No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in top form as she opens French Open

A pair of Argentinean players pull off opening-round upsets at French Open

Ben Shelton goes the distance in his debut at Roland Garros

Tennis News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Watch: Rafael Nadal brought to tears during French Open ceremony

Watch: Rafael Nadal brought to tears by surprise during French Open farewell ceremony

Rafael Nadal was honored in a farewell ceremony at the French Open on Sunday, and the “King of Clay” was overwhelmed with emotion at the support he was shown.

'Big Four' gather as Rafael Nadal honored at Roland Garros

'Wow, this is a tough draw': Nadal recalls the moment he doubted his Roland Garros dream

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Tennis News / Field Level Media / May 25

'Big Four' gather as Rafael Nadal honored at Roland Garros

Back on the clay court Sunday where his legend was cemented, Rafael Nadal was saluted at Roland Garros by a capacity crowd and three fellow greats of the game.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / May 23