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Rafael Nadal brushes aside Matteo Berrettini to reach Australian Open final and close on 21st Grand Slam title

Rafael Nadal overcame seventh seed Matteo Berrettini to reach the Australian Open final and close in on a record-breaking 21st Grand Slam singles title. The Spaniard, who is eyeing a historic major title in improbable fashion, brushed the big-hitting Italian aside in four sets, 6-3 6-2 3-6 6-3, on Rod Laver Arena in what ended up being an inspired semi-final win. Ad/> A few months ago, the 35-year-old did not even know if he would be in Australia to participate after struggling with injuries over a sustained period ahead of the tournament.

Nadal beats Berrettini to reach Australian Open final

The 35-year-old Spanish legend, seeded sixth, was too solid for the Italian seventh seed winning 6-3, 6-2. 3-6, 6-3 in 2hr 55min and will face either Daniil Medvedev or Stefanos Tsitsipas in Sunday's final.

Nadal targets shot at history, Medvedev faces Tsitsipas test at Australian Open

Rafael Nadal can give himself a shot at becoming the first man to win 21 Grand Slam titles, providing he can get past Italian power server Matteo Berrettini when they clash in an afternoon Australian Open semi-final on Rod Laver Arena on Friday.

Australian Open live updates: Rafael Nadal looks to make history before tournament favourite Daniil Medvedev takes on Stefanos Tsitsipas

Rafael Nadal's latest bid for a record 21st men's grand slam singles title is on the line as he battles 2021 Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini.

Rafael Nadal eyeing 21st slam title but says ‘happiness doesn’t depend’ on win

Rafael Nadal is relishing the opportunity to surprise as he attempts to hunt down a record 21st grand slam title at the Australian Open.

Rafael Nadal a phenomenal, freak individual but John McEnroe worried about toll on Spaniard's 35-year-old body

John McEnroe has described Rafael Nadal as one of the most phenomenal athletes of all time and a freak individual, but is concerned the 35-year-old's body could be a worry in his Australian Open semi-final with Matteo Berrettini. Nadal has been in excellent form in what is his first Grand Slam since picking up an injury in last year’s French Open, but he was pushed to the limit by Denis Shapovalov in the quarter-finals. Ad/> Nadal required treatment for a stomach problem, and his camp revealed he lost a huge amount of weight during the gruelling five-set encounter.

Novak Djokovic news: Has tennis proved it is bigger than its top player?

It was the story that dominated the agenda ahead of this year’s Australian Open, but Rafael Nadal was the first to inject some perspective on a tale that became a global talking point.

Australian Open: Title favourite Medvedev to clash with Tsitspas once more for final place

Daniil Medvedev will take on Stefanos Tsitsipas in a second straight Australian Open semi-final on Friday.

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Rafael Nadal brushes aside Matteo Berrettini to reach Australian Open final and close on 21st Grand Slam title

Nadal beats Berrettini to reach Australian Open final

Nadal targets shot at history, Medvedev faces Tsitsipas test at Australian Open

Australian Open live updates: Rafael Nadal looks to make history before tournament favourite Daniil Medvedev takes on Stefanos Tsitsipas

Rafael Nadal eyeing 21st slam title but says ‘happiness doesn’t depend’ on win

Rafael Nadal a phenomenal, freak individual but John McEnroe worried about toll on Spaniard's 35-year-old body

Novak Djokovic news: Has tennis proved it is bigger than its top player?

Australian Open: Title favourite Medvedev to clash with Tsitspas once more for final place