Rafael Nadal

2024 - 7 - 17

Rafael Nadal Makes a Strong Comeback in Doubles and Singles Matches

Casper Ruud - Olympics - Rafael Nadal - Tennis - US Open

Rafael Nadal is back in action, defeating Leo Borg and securing a doubles win in Bastad. Find out more about his impressive return to the ATP Tour!

Rafael Nadal, the legendary tennis player, recently made a triumphant return to the ATP Tour in Bastad. After his early exit at Roland Garros, Nadal proved his mettle by securing a doubles win with Casper Ruud against the second-seeded pair of Guido Andreozzi and Miguel Reyes-Varela. In his singles match, Nadal defeated Leo Borg in straight sets, showcasing his resilience and skill on the court. The 22-time major winner needed just one break in each set to secure a convincing victory.

Nadal's performance in his first match since Roland Garros impressed fans and critics alike. Despite showing some signs of rust, the 38-year-old Spaniard displayed great determination and skills, reaffirming his status as a tennis icon. His upcoming match against Cameron Norrie in round two promises to be an exciting showdown, as Nadal continues his quest for glory on the ATP Tour.

In a stunning display of talent and sportsmanship, Rafael Nadal's return to form in the Nordea Open has set the stage for an exhilarating tennis season. With his unwavering focus and skill, Nadal's victories in singles and doubles matches have once again solidified his reputation as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.

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Rafael Nadal warms up for Olympics with doubles win in Bastad (The Straits Times)

It was his first match since the 38-year-old Spaniard fell to Zverev in the opening round at Roland Garros on May 27. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Rafael Nadal defeats Leo Borg in Bastad | ATP Tour | Tennis (ATP Tour)

Rafael Nadal showed signs of rust in his first match since Roland Garros on Tuesday, but one break of serve in each set was enough for the 38-year-old to ...

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Rafael Nadal: 'Great feelings' for Spaniard as defeats Leo Borg to ... (Eurosport.com)

Rafael Nadal made a successful return to the ATP Tour as he beat Leo Borg 6-3 6-4 in the first round of the Nordea Open in Sweden.

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Paris Games: Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz team up in doubles as ... (CNBCTV18)

Nadal and Casper Ruud joined hands to notch a 6-1 6-4 win against the second seeded pair of Guido Andreozzi and Miguel Reyes-Varela in the Swedish Open on ...

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Nordea Open: Rafael Nadal beats Leo Borg to make stunning return ... (India Today)

Rafael Nadal made an impressive comeback singles after beating Leo Borg in straight sets in the opening round of the Nordea Open on Tuesday.

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Is Rafael Nadal v Leo Borg on TV? Channel, time and how to watch ... (Yahoo Sports)

The match between Nadal and Borg is expected to take place around 1.30pm BST on July 16 2024. Where is it? Nadal v Borg will be on centre court at the Bastad- ...

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Rafael Nadal defeats Leo Borg in Bastad to line up Cameron Norrie ... (Tennis Magazine)

The 22-time major winner needed just one break in each set to wrap up an 85-minute victory Tuesday.

Rafael Nadal sweeps past Leo Borg in Bastad (The Straits Times)

Nadal eases to a 6-3, 6-4 win, in his first singles match since going out of the French Open in the opening round in May. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Rafael Nadal sees off Bjorn Borg's son Leo on return to action in ... (The Independent)

The Spaniard will take on Cameron Norrie in round two in Bastad.

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Rafael Nadal beats Leo Borg in Swedish Open singles to set up ... (Sky Sports)

Rafael Nadal beats Leo Borg, son of tennis great Bjorn, in opening round of Swedish Open singles 6-3 6-4; Nadal will face Britains Cameron Norrie in the ...

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Nadal beats Borg in Bastad as he continues to prepare for Olympic ... (TSN)

Rafael Nadal returned to singles action with a 6-3, 6-4 victory on clay over Leo Borg, the 21-year-old son of Swedish great Bjorn Borg, in the first round ...

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Rafael Nadal Will Play The U.S. Open (Forbes)

The 22-time Grand Slam champion will play the U.S. Open on a protected ranking. He was listed among the tournament entrants on Tuesday. Nadal, 38, has won the ...

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Rafael Nadal on US Open entry list but doubts over his participation ... (Hindustan Times)

He is expected to compete at the Paris Olympics, which starts its tennis competition on July 27 and is being held at Roland Garros, the same as the French Open.

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US Open 2024: Rafael Nadal named in main draw entry list, earns ... (WION)

Four-time champion Rafael Nadal was among those on the main draw entry lists revealed on Tuesday for the 2024 US Open after missing the event three of the ...

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Rafael Nadal named in US Open entry list sparking Grand Slam ... (India Today)

Rafael Nadal has been named in the US Open entry list, raising hopes for his Grand Slam return. The Spanish legend's inclusion comes via a protected ranking ...

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Rafael Nadal makes 2024 US Open entry list (CBSSports.com)

Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are the top three ranked players in the men's competition, while Nadal is at No. 9. Protected rankings are ...

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Rafael Nadal on US Open entry list (Times of India)

Tennis News: Rafael Nadal returns to the 2024 US Open. Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek lead the fields; Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff are defending champions.

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Style Edit: Richard Mille RM 27-05 Rafael Nadal โ€“ the latest ... (South China Morning Post)

The latest RM watch worn by tennis' King of Clay is the sixth in a lineage that goes back to 2008, the year Nadal first became world No 1.

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Rafael Nadal uses protected ranking to enter US Open (The New York Times)

Rafael Nadal could play his first US Open in two years this August. The four-time champion has entered the men's singles draw using his protected injury ...

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Rafael Nadal on entry list for 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament ... (UPI.com)

Spaniard Rafael Nadal, who missed five of the last six Grand Slam events, is on the entry list for the 2024 U.S. Open.

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US Open 2024: Rafael Nadal, Emma Raducanu feature on main ... (Sky Sports)

Will Rafael Nadal make one more appearance at Flushing Meadows after the Olympics? Spaniard has protected ranking for main mens draw; watch the US Open ...

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Rafael Nadal on US Open entry list despite unclear status - ESPN (ESPN)

Rafael Nadal was on the US Open entry list released Tuesday via a protected ranking, although that doesn't necessarily mean he will compete in the year's ...

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Rafael Nadal Enters 2024 US Open Draw; Hasn't Played ... (Bleacher Report)

The legendary Rafael Nadal is heading back to the U.S. Open. James Hansen of The Athletic reported Wednesday that Nadal, who is currently ranked No. 261,โ€ฆ

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Rafael Nadal & Casper Ruud save MP, reach Bastad doubles SFs ... (ATP Tour)

Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud won a dramatic Match TIe-break against Theo Arribage and Roman Safiullin to continue their run as fan favourites in Gstaad.

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Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud reach Nordea Open semi-finals ... (Eurosport.com)

Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud, dubbed 'Ruudal' by fans, survived a dramatic quarter-final match on Wednesday to survive in the doubles action at the Nordea ...

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Rafael Nadal wins in Swedish Open doubles with Casper Ruud ... (Sky Sports)

Nadal and Ruud beat the French pairing of Theo Arribage and Roman Safiullin 6-4 3-6 12-10, saving a match point in the match tie-break.

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Rafael Nadal, Casper Ruud save match point to make doubles semi ... (Times of India)

Tennis News: Rafael Nadal and Casper Ruud narrowly escaped defeat in the doubles quarterfinals at the Bastad tournament on Wednesday. The duo faced a match ...

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Rafael Nadal is on the U.S. Open entry list, although that doesn't ... (NBC Sports)

He is expected to compete at the Paris Olympics, which starts its tennis competition on July 27 and is being held at Roland Garros, the same as the French Open.

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Rafael Nadal beats Leo Borg in Bastad as he continues to prepare ... (NBC Sports)

Rafael Nadal was playing his first singles match since he lost in the first round of the French Open to Alexander Zverev.

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Have Fedal and now Ruudal: Rafael Nadal reacts to nickname for ... (India Today)

Rafael Nadal was happy to hear the name 'Ruudal' for his pairing with Casper Ruud as they reached the semi-finals of the Swedish Open on Wednesday, July 17.

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"I have Fedal and now Ruudal": Rafael Nadal, Casper Ruud save ... (Tennis Magazine)

The Norwegian bounced back from his singles defeat to Thiago Monteiro Wednesday by partnering his childhood idol to another win.

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