Rafael Nadal likens his body to 'an old machine' at Italian Open
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Nadal likens his body to 'an old machine' at Italian Open
ROME (AP) — At 35 and after nearly two decades at or near the top of tennis, Rafael Nadal likens his body to “an old machine.”
Carlos Alcaraz making 'perfect' progression after Madrid Open win, says former French Open finalist Alex Corretja
Alex Corretja says Carlos Alcaraz is doing everything “perfectly” right now as he continued his rapid rise through the game with victory at the Madrid Open. The 19-year-old thrashed defending champion Alexander Zverev in the final to win his second Masters title of the season. Ad/> Alcaraz also beat Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic at the tournament and has won more matches this season (28) than any other player.
No escaping 'best in world' Alcaraz is heir to idol Nadal
Few players have rivalled Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic over the past two decades, but Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz threatens to upend tennis's established order after a dizzying rise to stardom.
No escaping 'best in the world' Alcaraz is heir to idol Nadal
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic over the past two decades, but Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz threatens to upend tennis's established order after a dizzying rise to stardom. Alcaraz, who only turned 19 last Thursday, became the first player to beat Nadal and Djokovic on clay at the same tournament on his way to a second Masters 1000 title in Madrid. Seemingly preordained for greatness, Alcaraz has so far delivered on the promise, described by beaten finalist Alexander Zverev as "right now the best player in the world".
Rafael Nadal says Carlos Alcaraz is like a car or mobile phone upgrade after bursting into the spotlight at Madrid Open
Rafael Nadal appreciates the days of him being the exciting Spanish wonderkid are far behind him as the new kid on the block, Carlos Alcaraz, continues to take all the headlines in the build up to the French Open. Nadal was beaten by his 19-year-old compatriot at the Madrid Open last week, before Alcaraz went on to see off Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev on his way to lifting the trophy. Ad/> The teenager has decided to sit out of the Italian Open in Rome, where Nadal is hoping to defend his title and win the tournament for the 11th time.
Carlos Alcaraz poised to become tennis' next big star after meteoric rise
For years talk has abounded about the next generation of men's tennis; over which young contenders would emerge to challenge, and ultimately take over, following an era dominated by the three greatest players in history.
Emma Raducanu handled ‘negativity from naysayers’ very well, says Australian great
Results have not gone Emma Raducanu’s way in recent months, but the way she has handled the setbacks and criticism has impressed Australian legend Todd Woodbridge.