Nadal

2024 - 4 - 30

Shocker at Madrid Open: Jiri Lehecka Ends Nadal's Reign

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Emotional farewell as Nadal loses to Lehecka in straight sets at Madrid Open. Read more about the unexpected defeat!

In a stunning upset at the Madrid Open, Jiri Lehecka became the lowest-ranked man to defeat the legendary Rafael Nadal in a hard-fought battle. The victory marked the end of Nadal's inspirational 20th appearance at the tournament, with Lehecka showcasing impressive skills to clinch a straight-sets win. Jim Courier's commentary described the intense clash that saw Lehecka take control, metaphorically taking the racquet out of Nadal's hand.

The tennis world was left in shock as Nadal faced Lehecka in the 2024 Madrid Open, with fans eager to watch the match online for free from anywhere in the world. Despite Nadal's clay-court prowess, Lehecka's performance threatened the Spaniard's fairytale run at the tournament, leading to speculations about Nadal's form and Lehecka's underdog status. The showdown between the two players gripped audiences, with Lehecka joking about being the favorite due to Nadal's current low ranking.

As the Madrid Open unfolded, Nadal bid an emotional farewell after his defeat to Lehecka, while women's world No. 1 Iga Swiatek advanced to face Madison Keys in the semi-finals. The tournament saw Nadal's final match in Madrid end in a loss to Lehecka, marking a historic moment in tennis history. Lehecka's victory over the former champion showcased the unpredictable nature of the sport and the rise of new talents on the ATP Tour.

In a bittersweet conclusion to the Madrid Open, Rafael Nadal's emotional send-off after being knocked out by Lehecka touched the hearts of fans worldwide. The defeat marked an end to Nadal's domination at the tournament, signaling a shift in the tennis landscape. Jiri Lehecka's triumph over the clay court king highlighted the competitive spirit of the sport and the relentless pursuit of success among players.

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Jiří Lehečka Becomes Lowest-ranked Man To Beat Rafa Nadal In A ... (Forbes)

Rafael Nadal is into the last 16 of the Madrid Open after a hard-fought victory over Argentina's Pedro Cachin.

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Jiri Lehecka ends Rafael Nadal's spirited run in Madrid | ATP Tour ... (ATP Tour)

Jiri Lehecka ended Rafael Nadal's emotional and inspirational 20th appearance at the Mutua Madrid Open with a straight-sets victory Tuesday night under a ...

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Jiri Lehecka takes racquet out of Rafael Nadal's hand with potent ... (Tennis Magazine)

That was how Jim Courier summed up Tuesday night's display between Rafael Nadal and Jiri Lehecka when on the call for the Mutua Madrid Open fourth-round clash.

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Nadal vs. Lehecka 2024 livestream: Watch Madrid Open for free (Mashable)

Watch Rafael Nadal vs. Jiri Lehecka in the 2024 Madrid Open online for free from anywhere in the world.

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Rafael Nadal's Madrid Open fairytale under threat as rival turns on ... (Daily Express)

Rafael Nadal will face Jiri Lehecka for a spot in the Madrid Open quarter-final.

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Rafael Nadal told Madrid Open is 'the worst for his clay-court tennis ... (Tennis365)

Jiri Lehecka has joked he should be the favourite in his Madrid Open showdown with Rafael Nadal because of the great Spaniard's low current ranking.

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Rafa Nadal vs Jiri Lehecka LIVE Score Updates in Madrid Masters ... (VAVEL.com)

Follow game Rafa Nadal vs Jiri Lehecka live updates coverage, stream information, score and result online, prediction, TV channel, lineups and time of the ...

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Rafael Nadal bids emotional farewell to Madrid Open after loss to ... (The Guardian)

Five-times winner Rafael Nadal was beaten 7-5, 6-4 by Jiri Lehecka while the women's world No 1 Iga Swiatek will face Madison Keys in the semi-finals.

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Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal falls to Jiri Lehecka in final match in ... (BBC News)

The former world number one, a five time champion in the Spanish capital, waved an emotional farewell to the tournament after losing in straight sets to Jiri ...

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'Emotional' Nadal knocked out of Madrid Open by Lehecka (FRANCE 24)

Jiri Lehecka broke home hearts on Tuesday as he put an end to Rafael Nadal's run at the Madrid Open, on the Spaniard's final appearance at the Masters 1000 ...

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Mutua Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal suffers emotional straight-sets ... (Sky Sports)

Rafael Nadal was given an emotional send-off in the Spanish capital after losing to Jiri Lehecka in the last 16 of the Masters 1000 tournament; ...

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Nadal bids farewell to Madrid after defeat by Lehecka (The Straits Times)

Twenty-two time Grand Slam champion Rafa Nadal fell 7-5 6-4 to Czech Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round of the Madrid Open on Tuesday, marking his final ...

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'Emotional' Nadal knocked out of Madrid Open by Lehecka (FRANCE 24)

Jiri Lehecka broke home hearts on Tuesday as he put an end to Rafael Nadal's run at the Madrid Open, on the Spaniard's final appearance at the Masters 1000 ...

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Nadal gets emotional after a loss in his last Madrid Open ... (The Associated Press)

It was an emotional end for Rafael Nadal in what likely was his last match at the Madrid Open. While Carlos Alcaraz was put to the test and pulled through, ...

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'Emotional' Nadal knocked out of Madrid Open (The Japan Times)

The 37-year-old, 22-time Grand Slam singles champion — winner of a record five Madrid Open titles — bowed out 7-5, 6-4 to the 30th-seeded Czech Lehecka.

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Nadal bids farewell to Madrid after defeat by Lehecka (CNA)

Twenty-two time Grand Slam champion Rafa Nadal fell 7-5, 6-4 to Czech Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round of the Madrid Open on Tuesday (Apr 30), ...

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Nadal gets emotional after a loss in his last Madrid Open ... (The Washington Post)

It was an emotional end for Rafael Nadal in what likely was his last match at the Madrid Open.

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Nadal plans to play in Rome after a 'positive' week in likely his last ... (The Associated Press)

Rafael Nadal leaves Madrid feeling better about his fitness than when he arrived. The veteran Spaniard says he will try to play in Rome while continuing his ...

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Rafael Nadal says emotional 'goodbye' to Madrid Open after loss (Yahoo Sports)

Rafael Nadal had to pause for a few moments, visibly emotional, while addressing the crowd after his loss in the fourth round at the Madrid Open.

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