Rafael Nadal shares words that all young generations should read

Rafael Nadal shares words that all young generations should read

What are the qualities that allowed Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic to become immortal legends in the history of sport? Reasons? Willpower? Innate talent? Do you want to write their name engraved in the centuries to come? Yes, obviously, all of these that I mentioned are important, but they wouldn’t be complete without the real engine that moves…

Rome: Aryna Sabalenka ousts Danielle Collins, gets her major wish instantly fulfilled

Rome: Aryna Sabalenka ousts Danielle Collins, gets her major wish instantly fulfilled

Aryna Sabalenka’s wish from Madrid is set to instantly become a reality in Rome as the world No. 2 is set to take on Iga Swiatek in the final at Foro Italico after overcoming Danielle Collins. On Thursday evening, No. 2 seed Sabalenka handed a 7-5 6-2 loss to world No. 15 and recent Miami…

Novak Djokovic reveals on-court behaviour that left him ’embarrassed’

Novak Djokovic reveals on-court behaviour that left him ’embarrassed’

Novak Djokovic has revealed the way that he has learnt to accept his on-court outbursts, while still feeling ‘ashamed’ and ’embarrassed’. Djokovic has often been criticised for his behaviour over the years, including after the 2023 Wimbledon final against Carlos Alcaraz when he smashed his racket against the net post. And while the 24-time major winner has admitted that he…

Defending champion faces rankings hammer blow after Italian Open withdrawal

Defending champion faces rankings hammer blow after Italian Open withdrawal

Elena Rybakina’s health problems have struck again, as she has been forced to pull out of the Italian Open on the eve of her opening match.  The defending champion confirmed she was pulling out of the tournament in a statement that confirmed ill-health was the issue once again after several months of problems for the…

Rafael Nadal: ‘Andy Murray was on the same level as Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and me’

Rafael Nadal: ‘Andy Murray was on the same level as Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and me’

Rafael Nadal has lauded Andy Murray as his fellow tennis great also prepares for retirement, saying the Brit was generally on the same level as the Big Three. The duo are in the same boat as the 2024 season set to be their last on the ATP Tour with Nadal confirming last year that he…

Tiger Woods takes charge of players’ voice in golf merger talks as DP World Tour frozen out

Tiger Woods takes charge of players’ voice in golf merger talks as DP World Tour frozen out

Woods joins PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan and Liverpool owner John Henry among others for vital negotiations with the PIF The DP World Tour is still waiting to be granted an exclusive place at the negotiating table after Tiger Woods was confirmed as the sole player who will be involved in the PGA Tour’s crunch…

Rafael Nadal delivers ‘unpredictable’ verdict after surviving big Italian Open scare

Rafael Nadal delivers ‘unpredictable’ verdict after surviving big Italian Open scare

Rafael Nadal gave an honest assessment of his performance after his battling three-set opening round victory over Zizou Bergs at the 2024 Italian Open.  The tennis legend admitted his game is “more unpredictable than before” due to his lack of tennis, but expressed his belief that he can perform “much better” than he did. Nadal…

Rafael Nadal makes ‘terrible news’ confession about Jannik Sinner and gives ‘simple answer’ to ATP’s injury curse

Rafael Nadal makes ‘terrible news’ confession about Jannik Sinner and gives ‘simple answer’ to ATP’s injury curse

Rafael Nadal has bemoaned Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz’s absence from the Italian Open as he admitted players have to accept injuries as it is all part of a vicious cycle in tennis. Having missed the 2023 ATP Masters 1000 event in Rome due to injury, Nadal is fit to compete this year after he…