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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Locker room chat with Nadal a comfort for beaten Berrettini
MELBOURNE : Shortly after Rafa Nadal ended his dreams at the Australian Open on Friday, Matteo Berrettini sat with the Spanish 20-times Grand Slam winner in the locker room discussing the match and their futures.
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.
'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.
‘I feel alive again’ – Rafael Nadal after moving one match away from GOAT status at Australian Open
Rafael Nadal declared he feels “alive again” after overcoming an injury nightmare to reach the final of the Australian Open for a sixth time. The Spaniard saw off Matteo Berrettini in four sets on Friday to leave him one victory away from a men’s record 21st Grand Slam title. Ad/> However, the 35-year-old is not getting preoccupied with the history books after spending the last six months wondering if he would ever play again, let alone compete for majors.
‘That kills me’ – Dylan Alcott reveals Andy Murray text message that left him in tears
Dylan Alcott broke down in tears as he read a text message from Andy Murray congratulating him on his incredible career after retiring.