Rafael Nadal conquers self-doubt as he chases record 21st major at Australian Open
Rafael Nadal says he feels his tennis career is «alive» again after reaching his sixth Australian Open final.
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Emotional Rafael Nadal secures shot at history after fearing his career was over
Rafael Nadal shed tears of happiness and disbelief after going from doubts about his future in tennis to the Australian Open final in little over a month.
Nadal: "No me imaginaba tener otra oportunidad en 2022"
Su 29º pelea por el título en un Grand Slam, en la que podrá convertirse en el jugador con más 'majors' de la historia (21), rompiendo el desempate con Novak Djokovic y Roger Federer. Emocionado, a pie de pista, valoró el hecho de haber jugado con el techo del Rod Laver Arena cerrado, algo que, a priori, le perjudica y mostró su amor hacia la competición aussie, en la que ya no esperaba tener otra oportunidad de coronarse.
'Everyone talked about Novak Djokovic, they forgot about Rafael Nadal at Australian Open' - John McEnroe
Eurosport expert John McEnroe has given his reaction after Rafael Nadal reached the final of the Australian Open as he closes 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.
Australian Open 2022 – watch online in the UK
The Australian Open 2022 is reaching its finals, but the first Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year has already been front and centre of headlines around the world as a result of Novak Djokovic's visa saga.
A modern day Australian icon, Barty a throwback to golden generation
MELBOURNE : When Evonne Goolagong Cawley first set eyes on Ash Barty in Melbourne, she was mesmerised.
Rafael Nadal defeats Matteo Berrettini in 4 sets, advances to Australian Open final
MELBOURNE, Australia — Rafael Nadal stayed on track for a men's-record 21st Grand Slam singles title, beating Matteo Berrettini 6-3, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in the Australian Open semifinals on Friday.