Rafael Nadal likens his body to 'an old machine' at Italian Open
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Djokovic says 'special' Alcaraz is a firm favourite for French Open
World number one Novak Djokovic heaped praise on newly-crowned Madrid Open champion Carlos Alcaraz, saying that the Spanish teenager is a firm favourite for the French Open later this month.
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.”
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.
Naomi Osaka sets sights on Roland Garros after withdrawing from Italian Open
Nuria Parrizas Diaz will take Osaka's spot as the lucky loser and will take on Sara Sorribes Tormo in her first-round game.
Naomi Osaka withdraws from Italian Open in latest injury blow
Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the Italian Open as injuries continue to hamper her progress on the court.