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Rafael Nadal Eyes 23rd Major As Novak Djokovic Gives Up On US Open

Rafael Nadal targets a fifth US Open and 23rd Grand Slam title in New York from next week with his path to the title no longer blocked by Novak Djokovic, whose refusal to get vaccinated has ruled him out of a second major this year. Nineteen years after making his debut, the 36-year-old Nadal drags his injury-prone body into a tournament he won in 2010, 2013, 2017 and 2019, the year of his last appearance. The Spaniard has had to sit out the US Open four times in his career and there are once again fresh doubts over his physical ability to survive a gruelling two weeks at Flushing Meadows.

Players divided over US Open coaching green light

The historic decision to allow coaching at the US Open for the first time has drawn a mixed response from players ahead of this year's tournament. Four years ago, Serena Williams erupted in fury during her US Open final defeat to Naomi Osaka after being penalised for receiving coaching from Patrick Mouratoglou. This year, however, the rule that sparked Williams' spectacular meltdown has been scrapped as part of a broader trial, meaning players can receive coaching advice from the stands.

Defending US Open champion Daniil Medvedev praises Serena Williams, reacts to Novak Djokovic absence

Defending US Open champion Daniil Medvedev joined Rafa Nadal in lamenting the absence of Novak Djokovic from this year's tournament. Medvedev said, «I mean, I wish he would play here. We saw it in Wimbledon.

US Open 2022 Day 1: Order of play and schedule - When are Serena Williams, Andy Murray and Nick Kyrgios playing?

A thrilling schedule sees Serena Williams, Daniil Medvedev and Nick Kyrgios headline the first day of the US Open on Monday. Williams is in action against Danka Kovinic in her farewell tournament, reigning champion Medvedev makes his highly anticipated return to Grand Slam action versus Stefan Kozlov, and Kyrgios faces an intriguing showdown with doubles partner Thanasi Kokkinakis. Ad Elsewhere, Britain's Andy Murray takes to Louis Armstrong Stadium to face 24th seed Francisco Cerundolo and women’s seventh seed Simona Halep will follow that with a match versus a yet-to-be-announced qualifier.