Just over 18 years ago, in May 2007, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer engaged in one of the most bizarre tennis matches in the ...

After all, he is simply ruthless on the grass and has been ever since he won his first Queen’s title back in 2023. Comparing ...

These world tennis tournaments have crowned icons who cemented their legacies through titles, incredible athletic ...

Rafa Nadal turns 39 before reaching an important personal milestone Nadal is living through important changes. Maria Loreto . Senior Writer. JUNE 4, 2025 6:13 PM EDT JUN 4, 2025, 6:13 PM EDT.

Carlos Alcaraz dropping a set against Ben Shelton has led to the evening session being delayed. The daytime ticket holders are still leaving Court Philippe-Chatrier before the new batch of fans can ...

The world’s top two players are frontrunners at the Roland Garros, but an ageing Djokovic, chasing a record 25th Slam title, can never be ruled out ...

So, Toni gave Rafa the rituals to slow him down, and now you could say that it’s gone too far, but that was the idea.” Clive Mason // Getty Images Nadal wins his first French Open, 2005.

The French Open will never be the same without Rafael Nadal. This year's edition of Roland Garros will be especially difficult for fans as it is the first time Nadal has competed since he won the ...

Naomi Osaka has had an exhausting week on clay, but she found a way to be her jovial self with a light-hearted tribute to Rafael Nadal following her recent title win in Saint-Malo, France.

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In modern times, the rituals of elite athletes like tennis player Rafa Nadal are well known, and studies have measured the benefits of these practices in high-level competition. It can be said, ...