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RoastLamb
27-08-2016, 21:32
Best poster of the lot imho.
Nadal has said his injury is getting better everyday so I hope we are in for a great and competitive major. Top performances from the top guys.
RosieBear
02-09-2016, 22:12
Inspired by SG and Alis, here is my poem: Ode to Rafa
There is a player from Majorca,
Who sweats more than a stalker,
He plays as slow as a glacier,
Really should be pacier,
When it comes to the rules he couldn't be naughtier.
(just kidding about, Linda :sofa::flowers:)
The sweating bit made me laugh lol
Hot dog,
and a lost racket?
Here boy. :whistle:
Josephine
05-09-2016, 12:50
So Rafa out early in every slam (or didn't play). Best days behind him?
So Rafa out early in every slam (or didn't play). Best days behind him?
Been saying for a while the era of a big four is finished and yes both the goat and Rafa will still draw mass adulation but neither will return to going deep in slams on a regular basis
Josephine
05-09-2016, 18:12
Think this tournament has been a big step forward for the next Gen. They are not quite there yet, but now pushing to be at the very top and won't be long until one makes a real breakthrough - slam final or better. Could still happen with Pouille, but seems unlikely now... Unless Dimitrov can be regarded as next Gen, but we certainly don't want to go down that path.....
themass15
05-09-2016, 19:57
I think Dimitrov is a bit old for NextGen; I first saw him play back in 2009. Very disappointed Rafa went out last night. No-one in NextGen has quite the same aura as Andy, Rafa or Federer.
roytennisfan
06-09-2016, 21:43
I really hoped Rafa would do well after missing out on a medal.in the singles at the Olympics
Rosalind
06-09-2016, 22:03
maybe they will have more "aura" when they have matured, been around a little longer so that we know them more.
I really hoped Rafa would do well after missing out on a medal.in the singles at the Olympics
This is why I wanted it too. I thought going deeper here would help rebuild his confidence. Maybe help restore some of the old Raffa
themass15
07-09-2016, 08:51
Really disappointed about Rafa still, especially when Pouille looked weak against Monfils last night. See he is down to play in DC though along with David Ferrer.
I feel disappointed for Rafa as well. I was hoping he'd go further. :sad: :pirate:
Raffa is another athlete to have his medical records released. His TUEs include intramuscular injections during his time off for injury. In his press conference last night he stood firm that he was a clean athlete because when you ask for permission to take something and are granted it for medical reasons, you are it taking a prohibited substance. He went on to say he'd never taken anything to improve his performance, only things that doctors had advised him was the best treatment for his knee. He also went on to say that it is not news just imflamatory.
I am inclined to agree that it isn't news and that he is not hurt by this "revelation" he has always pushed that he would prefer transparency and that he'd have no problem with having the results of any blood tests published. In fact he said that it should be publicised everytime an athlete gets a blood test and two weeks later, when they become available, the results should be too. He wasn't competing when he had the treatment.
It should be noted that the treatment he received was a standard one for treating inflammations, he was suffering from tendinitis at the time. He shouldn't have to defend himself for getting medical treatment during a period when he isn't even playing.
Thanks, Jerry. I am inclined to agree with what Rafa has been saying for years - that all the data should be published as a matter of course. Although one athlete has been very upset that details of her ulcerative colitis have been made public. So there is the other point that it's an invasion of privacy - would we all want details of our medical history made public? I must say that I am very surprised that they grant TUEs for medication for ADHD.
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/37410856) - Mo Farah, Helen Glover and Justin Rose medical files released by Fancy Bears
Includes Rafa's details.
Nadal's comments during an interview in Shanghai ...
“I'm not satisfied with my performance [this season] because I got injured for two and a half months,” said Nadal. “I missed very important events. When you come back without practice and you have to compete in another important event without having practice and matches on your shoulders, it's difficult to be satisfied.
“I think if you asked me if I was satisfied during the period between Indian Wells and Roland Garros, yes. I had been competing for every tournament that I played and competing against all the players with good chances to have success. And that's the most important thing.
“The level of tennis had been high during that period of time, but, it took a lot of effort for me. I worked so hard to be what I was in that moment. When you break the rhythm with an injury it’s a little bit unlucky, and you need to accept and give more. And that's what I'm doing. I am trying to finish well and try to be ready again for the next season. That's my real goal.”
“My only pressure is trying to feel good on court and enjoy doing what I am doing,” said Nadal. “The goal is just to try to finish the season in the best way possible. Having a very painful injury in the worst moment of the year, it's tough to be back and especially when you are back and still with pain.
“I will keep working hard as I did today, as I did yesterday, as I do every day to recover the level of my tennis before the injury.”
themass15
10-10-2016, 15:07
It would be great to see Rafa playing his best tennis again. It is 13 years since neither Roger nor Rafa were in the top 5. Amazing.
It seems that Rafa is out for the rest of the season.
In Manacor Rafa celebrates the grand opening of his tennis academy as well as a reunion with Fed.
http://baseline.tennis.com/article/61917/rafael-nadal-roger-federer-opening-r-rafa-nadal-academy
https://www.rafanadalacademy.com/en/web/web-rafa-nadal-academy/about-us
themass15
20-10-2016, 08:05
Good to see they are friends again
Good to see they are friends again Had they fallen out then??
themass15
20-10-2016, 13:58
I don't think they have done anything together for a while
Nadal calls an end to his season to rest his left wrist.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvOVW4OXYAAsbW5.jpg
Just saw this so gutted I was so hoping to see him at the wtf :( :(
It makes sense - Rafa must do what is best for him.
This is true. I'm being selfish but I would sooner have a healthy Raffa next year. I hope the Aussie is going to be good :)
themass15
20-10-2016, 17:40
Such a shame. They will have trouble shifting the unsold tickets at the 02 unless they are sessions when Andy is playing.
JAMES4578
20-10-2016, 17:45
Whilst a pity and particularly a blow for the tour finals,probably is in Rafa's long term interest even if next year still likely to be challenging.
roytennisfan
20-10-2016, 21:20
So sad, no Rafa at ATP finals, what a miss both Rafa and Roger who between them have competed in the last 6 ATP finals FINAL, the only London Final neither were in was the first one
themass15
21-10-2016, 05:44
The end of an era.
Very sad that Rafa is out for the rest of the year :crying:
I saw Rafa & Roger leaving Rafa's academy together after the official opening the other day (I was in Mallorca on holiday) and they looked very friendly with each other. I posted on Facebook 'I just saw Rafa & Roger come out together' :rolling: :lol:
banskogirl
23-10-2016, 15:01
Very sad that Rafa is out for the rest of the year :crying:
I saw Rafa & Roger leaving Rafa's academy together after the official opening the other day (I was in Mallorca on holiday) and they looked very friendly with each other. I posted on Facebook 'I just saw Rafa & Roger come out together' :rolling: :lol:
:laugh: That would disappoint a lot of people Linda!
Read something on twitter which made me smile. Apparently Rafa speaks with an incredibly posh accent. He's Spain's Jacob Rees-Mogg. :big grin:
themass15
12-11-2016, 15:50
Read something on twitter which made me smile. Apparently Rafa speaks with an incredibly posh accent. He's Spain's Jacob Rees-Mogg. :big grin:
Love it
That's strange, as I've previously read that some Spaniards look down on Rafa because of his regional accent.
He has gone in for a very short haircut - just short of a complete head shave. (Always the best way to go when you are losing your hair, although I didn't think he was quite ready for it just yet). Some people on Twitter are speculating that this is in preparation for a hair transplant, although he has said nothing about it.
He has gone in for a very short haircut - just short of a complete head shave. (Always the best way to go when you are losing your hair, although I didn't think he was quite ready for it just yet). Some people on Twitter are speculating that this is in preparation for a hair transplant, although he has said nothing about it.
Nooooo!! I loved Rafa with his long hair but he has been going shorter for a while
themass15
18-11-2016, 13:16
Turning out like Agassi
Ah well, one less thing for him to fiddle with before serving!
It certainly changes his appearance - I think it makes him look older.
I think he looks pretty good! Like it!
RosieBear
18-11-2016, 17:01
Thank goodness for that. I haven't seen Rafa's new look but I don't have to - I know it will miles look better than the previous straggly mess which was just awful. He has got a nice face so can carry off the (virtually) shaved head look.
I think he looks good too - just older!
suttontennis
19-11-2016, 09:18
Turning out like Agassi
does that mean he's going to marry Kerber ?
Josephine
19-11-2016, 11:09
Think he will go for the transplant. Unlike Andy who doesn't seem to care about his appearance, I think Rafa was quite sensitive about his hair loss. Not that I blame him for that.
He might have to go for the transplant to keep his modelling contracts. I remember James Blake said he lost millions of dollars of modelling contracts when he shaved his head.
does that mean he's going to marry Kerber ?
:rolling:
Josephine
20-11-2016, 12:51
Confirmed - if this can be trusted? Guess explains why he took the time off.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3952158/Game-set-thatch-Tennis-star-Rafa-Nadal-undergoes-Wayne-Rooney-style-hair-transplant-restore-thinning-locks.html
Good Luck to him I say!!!:thumbup:
banskogirl
21-11-2016, 20:58
Good Luck to him I say!!!:thumbup:
I agree :) it's his money and if it makes him feel better, why not. One less thing for him to worry about!
Thank goodness for that. I haven't seen Rafa's new look but I don't have to - I know it will miles look better than the previous straggly mess which was just awful. He has got a nice face so can carry off the (virtually) shaved head look. Lol .... one thing we don't agree on then! ;)
Rafa...all practice with the new hair cut.....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTZc342RBMQ&list=WL&index=41
banskogirl
24-11-2016, 20:31
Rafa...all practice with the new hair cut.....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTZc342RBMQ&list=WL&index=41
It looks very patchy, the sooner it grows the better! Rest of him is still ok though :)
themass15
17-12-2016, 14:35
Carlos Moya has joined Rafa's coaching team. On BBC Sport website.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/38352584
Isn't Carlos Moya one of those top players who used to train with Rafa at the academy (that Andy was jealous of) when Rafa was younger? If so it's like a 360 degree turn. Think it could be good for him ��
Isn't Carlos Moya one of those top players who used to train with Rafa at the academy (that Andy was jealous of) when Rafa was younger? If so it's like a 360 degree turn. Think it could be good for him ��
Rafa first played/trained with Moya when Rafa was a child in Majorca. Moya was one of Rafa's role models.
Rosalind
22-12-2016, 00:41
Isn't Carlos Moya one of those top players who used to train with Rafa at the academy (that Andy was jealous of) when Rafa was younger? If so it's like a 360 degree turn. Think it could be good for him ��
Yes it was like that. Judy refers to it in the BBC doc. Andy had to train with his mum and brother and had to go to school while Rafa had no school and played with Moya the world no. 1 at the time 😊
I wonder if Andy will be gentle when he meets up with Rafa next week although it's like shooting fish in a barrel. :big grin:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C0Xmc_3UAAIBvyZ.jpg
themass15
23-12-2016, 17:22
Hardly r.ecognise Rafa
RoastLamb
24-12-2016, 00:09
The hair is so horrible; he should shave it all off. He looks more like Steve Darcis now.
The hair is so horrible; he should shave it all off. He looks more like Steve Darcis now.
Who looks more like Bruno Soares. ;)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cw-0-jBUUAIwUOS.jpg
Raffa is in action in Rotterdam next week :)
RoastLamb
09-02-2017, 23:25
Raffa is in action in Rotterdam next week :)
No he's not. He withdrew today to get more rest. Makes sense.
No he's not. He withdrew today to get more rest. Makes sense.
I was just about to edit yesterday's post after today's news from Raffa. Still many good players in the tournie though and hope Raffa enjoys his rest
Rosalind
11-02-2017, 18:18
Rafa to split with uncle Toni. Sorry if already posted. Various sources saying but I'm not able to post link just now. Although try this below.
http://www.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/10764216/rafael-nadals-coach-and-uncle-toni-nadal-splits-from-former-world-no-1?utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral
Rafa to split with uncle Toni. Sorry if already posted. Various sources saying but I'm not able to post link just now. Although try this below.
http://www.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/10764216/rafael-nadals-coach-and-uncle-toni-nadal-splits-from-former-world-no-1?utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral
Interesting indeed - I never thought I would see the day! I think it's great for Rafa - I've always thought Uncle Toni was a bully. Now Rafa and Carlos can concentrate on what they want to do without interference.
They haven't 'split' but Toni will not be travelling any more, as he needs to spend more time coaching the youngsters in Rafa's academy.
That's not exactly what Toni's saying, Linda. He's saying that he feels he's not included in the decision making any more. He says he used to make all the decisions - now Carlos and Rafa's dad are in the frame and Toni say's he's not going to stick around until he has no say at all. He sounds very disgruntled to me but he certainly does have the academy to focus on. I just hope he doesn't bully any young talented hopefuls like he bullied Rafa and, if you don't believe that he is a bully, just read Rafa's autobiography!
I have read it, of course. But I think that report is trying to make a mountain out of a molehill - in the original Spanish interview, Tony did talk about how he made all the decisions when Rafa was young but as Rafa got older it gradually became less necessary for him to do so. He didn't sound disgruntled at all.
Rosalind
11-02-2017, 18:52
I am no fan of Uncle Toni since reading the autobiography. Tantamount almost to child abuse. Currently reading Agassi's - ditto his father.
WimbledonWestie
11-02-2017, 19:10
Agree Rosalind- both very disturbing books.
Agree Rosalind- both very disturbing books.
I agree - very disturbing. I have always been surprised that Rafa's family allowed his book to be published. I agree, though, the alleged bullying from Agassi's father was equally disturbing. I am so glad that Andy didn't experience the same.
WimbledonWestie
11-02-2017, 19:47
David Ferrer had a coach who locked him in cupboards!
Rosalind
11-02-2017, 19:53
Yes Ferrer is another. Andy must count his lucky stars!
http://www.bnpparibasopen.com/en/media-and-news/news/2017/02/03/nadal-resurgent-ahead-of-indian-wells?utm_source=Twitter&utm_campaign=17Tickets&utm_medium=Tweet
RosieBear
16-02-2017, 08:16
Rafa seems to be playing much better since ditching that high-handed uncle of his. Good for him.
He hasn't ditched him. Toni said that this would be his last year of travelling with him.
http://www.atpworldtour.com/en/news/nadal-kohlschreiber-miami-2017-sunday
Well done Rafa on winning the 1,000th match he has played in his career.
“One thousand matches is a lot of matches. Obviously that’s good news because that says I am having a long career. During a lot of years, I heard that I’m going to have a short career, so it's something important for me,” said Nadal. “I remember the first match very well because it was at home in Mallorca. It was my first victory on the ATP and was a great feeling.”
Is it me...or has anyone else noticed Rafa suddenly has more hair??
His hair transplant was fairly widely reported.
One for the "RAFA" fans from Nial Smith Design...........
Good to see Rafa back on form...
https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/18268250_10154273180091599_522044490368966268_n.jp g?oh=56e4e0afee378f2ef9ebfee9abecf193&oe=5986D9D9
:thumbup:
sir coolerking
05-05-2017, 13:55
Just had a quick look at ranking points, Rafa has a Semi and QF to 'defend' from Madrid and Rome last year. He will need to make up about 300 points in these 2 tournaments to overtake Federer into the top 4 for Paris. So making the final in Rome would certainly do it, winning either would also resolve the issue. I fancy Andy would prefer it if Rafa was removed from the potential QF opponents in Paris.
Interesting - I will be very surprised if Rafa doesn't manage that.
themass15
05-05-2017, 17:05
Is Rafa likely to meet Djoko in the quarter or semi in Madrid?
sir coolerking
10-05-2017, 08:25
Semi.
Uncle Toni's last RG with Rafa.
http://www.rolandgarros.com/en_FR/news/articles/2017-05-23/rafa_nadal_and_uncle_toni_one_last_time_at_rolandg arros.html
From Nial Smith Design........
Les 4 Fantastiques
#RafaelNadal Man of Clay
https://scontent-lht6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/18622318_1444522098947706_3890259887014185891_n.pn g?oh=051643084da9c86fca41e0cce6712274&oe=59A99031
Not sure if Linda will like this poster......:pirate:
No, I don't like that one!
That's quite grotesque!
:lol: I agree , he kinda looks like a clay Hulk
No, I don't like that one!
Not sure how anyone could like that one!!
Nor I do like it. :pirate:
RoastLamb
27-05-2017, 01:35
He looks like he has some kind of nasty skin disease. Yuck.
Josephine
27-05-2017, 09:24
It's not meant to look nice - it's a representation of Rafa as some daft superhero or monster - I don't know which one as I hate that kind of thing!
RosieBear
05-06-2017, 05:59
First Carlos Bernardes, now this to Carlos Ramos:
Nadal’s mixed feelings by Stuart Fraser, The Times:
Rafael Nadal eased into the quarter-finals with a 6-1, 6-2, 6-2 win against his Spanish compatriot Roberto Bautista Agut, but was furious with the umpire, Carlos Ramos, after receiving a time violation for exceeding the 20 seconds allowed between serves. “You are going to have to give me many more warnings in this match because you are not going to be in the chair again,” Nadal said.
This is the Nadal by friend who worked at Wimbledon for years said he behaved off court. Anyone telling him what do were told he would have them dealt with. Imagine if Andy behaved like this. He would be castigated for ever. Djokovic also gets away with far too much. Ramos was probably concerned the other day that Djokovic would wham a ball into the crowd as he frequently does
Josephine
05-06-2017, 08:47
Both Nadal and Djokovic are breaking the 20 sec rule around 95% of the time. Maybe it should be 25 sec as in ATP matches, but they are still taking the proverbial.
Thank God we have the time rule, or imagine what we would have to endure if they met in the semi-final - many boring minutes of ball bouncing and pant-pulling.
Find Nadal's threats to umpires really distasteful. And though people criticise Andy for his on-court behaviour sometimes, at least I have never seen him make any threat to an umpire!
They all break the time rule in the slams because it is shorter than at other tournaments. Another commentator said that Rafa takes 24 seconds on average and Andy takes 23 seconds on average. Both would be within time normally, but are over time at a slam. So the rule needs to be changed.
I read somewhere that Rafa was up to 38 seconds on occasion.
Apparently he was well over a lot of the time
This (time violations) is Inverdale's pet subject at the moment and he tries to draw everyone into that conversation. This morning he asked, (Oh dear! I can't remember if it was Petch or Santoro!), anyway the answer was that the umpires should start to enforce it much earlier in the matches rather than leave it until deeper in the matches when it might occur at important points. If the warnings are later in the match the players have become used to getting away with it whereas if it's enforced quickly they will be more aware they are not going to get away with it. The whole thing is very inconsistently applied anyway.
They all break the time rule in the slams because it is shorter than at other tournaments. Another commentator said that Rafa takes 24 seconds on average and Andy takes 23 seconds on average. Both would be within time normally, but are over time at a slam. So the rule needs to be changed.
The time rule I understand & that something needs to be done for all & I can cope with that, but what I find is the so called "threats" ( for want of a better word) from Rafa that I find most disappointing....such a shame!
suttontennis
05-06-2017, 15:01
The time rule I understand & that something needs to be done for all, but what I find is the so called "threats" ( for want of a better word) from Rafa that I find most disappointing....such a shame!
this is something that could be trialled at Challenger or Futres level - having a digital clock on court, counting down to zero (Jo Durie's favourite idea). Trouble is, all the players would find excuses why they gone over the limit, ballkid threw the ball too slow/in the wrong place, ball was dirty, insect got in my eye, somebody moving in the crowd.
Josephine
05-06-2017, 15:59
From what I heard Nadal's average at this tournament was well over 30 secs. I don't believe for one second it is only one second more than Andy's.
RoastLamb
05-06-2017, 16:59
Threats? This I cannot imagine for a nano second. Yes, he does take too long. I never watch his matches live, as I fast forward after every point by 30 seconds but his behaviour towards other people is exemplary imho and I've watched every single match he's ever played. But yes he should be cautioned and disciplined for taking too much time I agree. He could cut out five seconds by stopping all his OCD flicks for one thing.
Threats? This I cannot imagine for a nano second. Yes, he does take too long. I never watch his matches live, as I fast forward after every point by 30 seconds but his behaviour towards other people is exemplary imho and I've watched every single match he's ever played. But yes he should be cautioned and disciplined for taking too much time I agree. He could cut out five seconds by stopping all his OCD flicks for one thing.
This is why I find it so disappointing Fiona, I have never seen or heard it ...... only read about it!
Seemingly, he threatened the umpire. I didn't see the match so can only repeat what I have read but it wouldn't be the first time, would it?
https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/french-open-2017-rafael-nadal-threatens-chair-umpire
not a physical threat but still
RosieBear
05-06-2017, 17:24
Not sure why the article posted above states that it was "unexpected" behaviour from Rafa. It's totally in keeping. He made exactly the same threat to Carlos Bernardes. It wasn't an empty threat either, as Bernardes didn't officiate a Nadal match for a while after that incident. Rafa's in danger of running out of umpires.
Josephine
06-06-2017, 23:29
Not even said in the heat of the moment but defended in his press conference. In my opinion that's worse than all the complaints about Fed or Djoko being arrogant.
Josephine
08-06-2017, 08:19
How classy is Andy in comparison:
Andy Murray on Carlos Ramos post match. "He is a great umpire. Maybe he was just a bit stressed today".
sir coolerking
08-06-2017, 09:20
Always best to stay on the right side of an umpire. It looked like Andy shared a joke with Ramos in the 4th set, pointing to his watch as Kei took what seemed too much time. Ramos laughed but offered no warning.
Nadal's statement about withdrawing from Queen's.
http://i66.tinypic.com/1azno.png
sir coolerking
14-06-2017, 09:29
Be surprised if he ever plays Queen's again and would also be surprised if he goes very far at Wimbledon, his priorities are not grass.
themass15
14-06-2017, 09:49
Sad as it is with his injury concerns, he has to do what is best for his body.
RosieBear
14-06-2017, 11:53
Pfft. What a joke. Doctor's advice about what, a potential allergic reaction to his tax bill? Certainly not exhaustion related as he didn't drop a set in Paris.
Oh well, never mind Rafa's attitude to Queens, Andy will be there going for his "Sixima", that's all that matters.:thumbup:
themass15
14-06-2017, 12:38
I am sure Rafa has perfectly legitimate reasons for not playing Queens. Shall look forward to hopefully seeing him at Wimbledon instead.
roytennisfan
14-06-2017, 14:49
Hopefully reduces his Wimbledon chances, obviously a long shot but if he wins Wimbledon he becomes #1
themass15
14-06-2017, 15:24
That is the plus side, I was looking forward to seeing Rafa at Queens though.
That is the plus side, I was looking forward to seeing Rafa at Queens though.
Would you really rather see Rafa at #1 than Andy?
themass15
14-06-2017, 16:58
Would you really rather see Rafa at #1 than Andy?
Of course not Alis but, apart from Andy my favourite players are Delpo and Rafa.
Rafa had treatment for a wisdom tooth problem before returning home.
themass15
17-06-2017, 11:15
Just seen two opposite comments about Rafa and his girlfriend. One he has split with and two they were seen shopping for engagement rings.
exislander
17-06-2017, 12:19
Just proves don't believe all comments you read!
I have always thought Nadal is gay. If he is it's a sad reflection on where sport is at that he can't be open about it.
RoastLamb
19-06-2017, 20:24
I have always thought Nadal is gay. If he is it's a sad reflection on where sport is at that he can't be open about it.
Where did this come from? I have never thought he was gay. :lol: Why would you think that?
I have always thought Nadal is gay. If he is it's a sad reflection on where sport is at that he can't be open about it.
What ???? Is his girlfriend just a front then ????
I wouldn't believe any of the nonsense the tabloids spout. They are far too involved in these people's lives. I hope that Nadal recovers well and that we see him at wimbie. That being said I hope the powers that be don't give into his demands about who should umpire his matches again.
Where did this come from? I have never thought he was gay. :lol: Why would you think that?
There is a lot of stuff out there. Google "Is Nadal gay". Mind you if you Google "Were the moon landings faked?" You get a lot of stuff as well. It doesn't matter one whit. I just think it's sad if he is and can't be open about it in the 21st Century.
A year ago, when Rafael Nadal and his dodgy wrist were bundled out of the US Open in the fourth round and Roger
Federer was back at home nursing his sore knee, the age of the two greats seemed to be at an end.
http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/rafael-nadal-king-of-new-york-crowns-unbelievable-year-1-4557300
RoastLamb
12-09-2017, 15:17
A year ago, when Rafael Nadal and his dodgy wrist were bundled out of the US Open in the fourth round and Roger
Federer was back at home nursing his sore knee, the age of the two greats seemed to be at an end.
http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/rafael-nadal-king-of-new-york-crowns-unbelievable-year-1-4557300
:lol: I misread that last bit and thought it said Fed was in a nursing home.
Was that wishful thinking, Fiona? ;)
Rosalind
12-09-2017, 21:39
:rolling:Oh we need a 'that made me laugh out loud' button
El Mundo has asked Rafa what he thinks about Catalonia's upcoming referendum on independence. He claimed he couldn't see Spain without it. It reminded me of when Scotland had a referendum and Andy was asked how would be voting.
Except that Andy was for independence and Rafa is against it.
Rafa has withdrawn from Basel.
https://twitter.com/RafaelNadal/status/920318192349786112
Nadal’s health status will impact the year-end race for No. 1 with Federer trailing by 1,960 points. There are 3,000 possible points available for winning Basel, Paris and the ATP finals in London.
While Federer is best on fast surfaces and more rested with 48 total matches played in 2017, Nadal has logged 75 total matches with his more gruelling baseline tactics.
http://baseline.tennis.com/article/70016/rafael-nadal-keeps-mum-about-right-knee-tape
tennis890
18-10-2017, 08:41
Hope he will be fit enough for the world tour finals! Would love to see him play live again.
themass15
18-10-2017, 09:52
Hope he will be fit enough for the world tour finals! Would love to see him play live again.
You and me both. I haven't seen Rafa for a while now. Could have been WTF 2 years ago or was it 3?
So sad that Rafa has a knee injury again :crying: Fed is now the last man standing :sad:
RoastLamb
19-10-2017, 21:45
So sad that Rafa has a knee injury again :crying: Fed is now the last man standing :sad:
Well at least be comforted by the two slams he got this year. I know I am!
He hasn't said he will be out for the rest of the season though has he? I know indoor hard is not his favourite surface but I can't see him just surrendering that no 1 ranking!
themass15
27-10-2017, 17:30
Good news for all Rafa fans http://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/872006/Rafael-Nadal-Injury-News-Update-Paris-Masters-Tennis-News
Congrats to Raffa who will officially finish the season as number 1 for the fourth time in his career http://www.atpworldtour.com/en/news/nadal-clinches-2017-year-end-no-1-emirates-atp-rankings
RoastLamb
01-11-2017, 16:47
:bravo::yahoo::boogie::thumbup::dance::trophy::che er::clap::mexican::superman:
:gold:
Congratulations Rafa. Very well deserved end of year #1 ranking. :bravo::boogie: :dance: :trophy: :pirate:
themass15
01-11-2017, 17:25
Vamos Rafa! :dance:
goldfish
01-11-2017, 18:08
Very happy with that - well done Rafa
Sallydaisy
01-11-2017, 22:07
Didn't see the match as I can't stand Rafa's style of play.
Save your fingers Linda, I ain't and don't have to be interested.
Watched Jamie/Bruno, Del Pot and then Kyle before heading back to Central for Dimi v Richard and Goffin v Mannarino!
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-41885477) - Rafael Nadal not recognised by guard at Paris Masters
https://twitter.com/Sport__Reporter/status/927150654342221825
Poor Raffa having to withdraw from the wtf. I wanted goffin to win yesterday just because I was there and wanted to see goff win one, but I still wanted Raffa to get his first finals trophy. I think for many players it cements the no 1 of course having to withdraw is not the same as losing to the number 2 in the finals. I still remember nadal face when he got the year end no 1 but was whipped by djoko the no 2 in the final. It will still hurt him to leave though. It seems a full season is a struggle. Perhaps futher reductions next year. I can't see him making Oz but there is time I guess.
Rosalind
14-11-2017, 11:33
I was thinking of going Friday to see Rafa. I've only seen him live once and he is one of the all-time greats. Well at least I'm saving money. Spent a fortune at the WTFs last year.
Rafa deserves credit for turning up at the 02 Arena.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/tennis/2017/11/14/rafael-nadal-deserves-respect-turning-o2-cost-health-would-roger/
RoastLamb
14-11-2017, 17:14
I bet he has a low key season next year like last year. He seems to only be good for one year then needs another to recuperate. Great year for him in 2017 and I'm so happy he ended up numero uno.
I'm happy too that considering where he was a year ago Rafa has had a wonderful year winning La Decima in Paris and the US Open and ending the year numero uno.
Well done Rafa. :bravo: Hope he will now rest and recover well and hope to see him fully fit at the Australian Open.:yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-42009252
Glad for nadal that it's final sorted and over so he can move on
In an interview afterwards, Rafa repeated what he's been saying for years: that every time an athlete has a doping test, it should be announced immediately that so-and-so has had a doping test and the result was negative/positive. That is the only way to complete openness, and would put a stop to all these unfounded rumours (Bachelor had alleged that when Rafa was out with injury, he was really serving a 'silent ban'. She had believed rumours put about by Fed fans, but the ITF confirmed that Rafa has never failed a test.) However the powers that be have never agreed to his suggestion.
RosieBear
19-11-2017, 18:52
Glad for nadal that it's final sorted and over so he can move on
I completely agree, Jerry. I used to really like Rafa but over recent years became pretty irritated by him, however anything I dislike (tics, slow play, strong comments to umpires) are always things I've seen with my own eyes. I wouldn't dream of calling any player a cheat without irrefutable evidence, but in our social media era far too many people think they can say whatever they like and damn the consequences. Lives and careers being destroyed on mere allegations. I commend Rafa for taking this stand.
With Rafa's 32nd birthday approaching at the beginning of June and his hugely successful 2017 ending with him again troubled with knee problems at last month's ATP Finals, even the most loyal fan of the Majorcan cannot hide away from the fact retirement cannot be that far away. :sad: :pirate:
Rafa is on his way to Melbourne. :skippy:
http://metro.co.uk/2018/01/03/rafael-nadal-provides-positive-update-australian-open-progress-7200261/
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bde7AmDASyi/
Good luck Rafa.
This article is from before the tie break tens event ... https://amp.sport360.com/article/tennis/261590/rafael-nadal-assures-hell-be-ready-for-australian-open-despite-loss-to-richard-gasquet-in-kooyong-exhibition/?__twitter_impression=true Raffa says his knee is fine
He made the final of the tie break tens event after beating pouille 10-1, and Hewitt 13-11. Raffa lost the final 10-5 to Berdy
Nial Smith's Australian Open design for Rafa!!!
https://scontent-lht6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26730808_1668850453181535_9052980738702845215_n.jp g?oh=991fe0ee0519a9c03d73966842ceec6d&oe=5AFCE789
:bbq:
greatunclebulgaria
23-01-2018, 12:03
Sat here in tears and I'm not even a huge Rafa fan
themass15
23-01-2018, 12:10
It is so sad for Rafa to see him leaving like that. It makes you wonder what is next for him now.
sir coolerking
23-01-2018, 12:15
I would have thought Rafa takes a month or two off and returns for the clay season, at which point we'll see if he's really reaching the end of the road.
Sallydaisy
24-01-2018, 06:14
Rafa's MRI result means he's likely to be out for 4 weeks'ish.
Jon Wertheim @jon_wertheim (https://twitter.com/jon_wertheim) 2h2 hours ago (https://twitter.com/jon_wertheim/status/956014081713979393)
Nadal MRI: a grade 1 injury of his Illiopsoas on his right leg
(The iliopsoas refers to the joined psoas and the iliacus muscles) #ausopen (https://twitter.com/hashtag/ausopen?src=hash)
@Mike_Dickson_DM (https://twitter.com/Mike_Dickson_DM) 10m10 minutes ago (https://twitter.com/Mike_Dickson_DM/status/956046745246556166)
Overnight Australian Open news: Chung/Kerber through,
Nadal out for 4 weeks, Serena to return next month in Fed Cup.
Scot Aidan McHugh through to junior QFs, Dom Inglot in a deciding set.
Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iliopsoas
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iliopsoas)
sir coolerking
24-01-2018, 12:14
So in theory Rafa could be fit for Indian Wells, but is another month on hard courts really in his interest before the Clay Season?
RoastLamb
24-01-2018, 15:08
So in theory Rafa could be fit for Indian Wells, but is another month on hard courts really in his interest before the Clay Season?
I think he'd be better off waiting until the clay season. Maybe he will. Hope so.
roytennisfan
24-01-2018, 18:16
I think he'll take his time, stay in Majorca and return on clay. Only sensible option, then we find out how his recovery is.
Perhaps Rafa will be influenced in his decision on his schedule by how important he regards the #1 ranking.
RoastLamb
24-01-2018, 22:52
I don't think he honestly cares about being #1.
Oh, I think he does. At the end of last year he continued to play with a bad knee in order to clinch it.
sir coolerking
25-01-2018, 12:38
Oh, I think he does. At the end of last year he continued to play with a bad knee in order to clinch it.
But that was about being end of year Number 1 which holds more importance, and that was almost exclusively achieved by his clay season anyway.
I fancy his main aim this season will be Paris.
Rafa is continually urged to use Roger Federer as an example over how to extend his tennis career as the Spaniard bids to keep pace with the 20-time grand slam champion.
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/rafael-nadal-urged-adapt-like-roger-federer-keep-pace-20-time-grand-slam-champion-1657894
Rafa walks on stage at an event for Banco Sabadell in Alicante showing no signs of the injury that saw him limp out of the Australian Open.
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/912692/Rafael-Nadal-injury-update-world-No-1-Australian-Open-loss
He hopes to play Acapulco
http://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/51569/rafael-nadal-to-comeback-in-acapulco-says-he-admires-roger-federer/
Rafa was the centre-piece of a huge tribute unveiled at the Bernabeu before Real Madrid’s match against Paris Saint-Germain.
The 10-time French Open winner is thought to have been chosen to remind the 4,000 visiting fans of the Spaniard’s dominance in their home city.
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/919095/Rafael-Nadal-Real-Madrid-banner-Bernabeu-PSG-Champions-League-sportgalleries
:)
roytennisfan
15-02-2018, 21:58
Pity, but it doesn't stop Roger becoming oldest #1 tomorrow, only Haase left to stop that, obviously big chances for Rafa to regain after next couple of masters with Roger defending 2,000 points
"I'm not going to commit any madness in order to keep the No 1 spot,” Rafa said.
“The first thing is to be healthy, happy and eager to work.”
Rafael Nadal added: “At the moment I only think about recovering because for me the most important thing is to get well into the period between Monte Carlo and Roland Garros.
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/918944/Rafael-Nadal-Roger-Federer-schedule-2018-news
Nice pic of Rafa taken last week Last Thursday he appeared at the Postcode Lottery Good Money Gala in Amsterdam on behalf of the Rafa Nadal Foundation. He was joined by Leonardo DiCaprio who hosted the event and spoke on behalf of his charity that supports projects all over the world that protect endangered animals and initiatives that restore balance to endangered ecosystems and communities.
https://twitter.com/RafaelNadal?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp %7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
It looks from this good news that Rafa is recovering well. He hosted the Rafa Nadal Golf Challenge by Sotheby's International Realty in Mallorca earlier this week.
http://baseline.tennis.com/article/72289/rafael-nadal-hosts-golf-challenge-mallorca
roytennisfan
28-02-2018, 22:05
"I'm not going to commit any madness in order to keep the No 1 spot,” Rafa said.
“The first thing is to be healthy, happy and eager to work.”
Rafael Nadal added: “At the moment I only think about recovering because for me the most important thing is to get well into the period between Monte Carlo and Roland Garros.
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/918944/Rafael-Nadal-Roger-Federer-schedule-2018-news
Nice pic of Rafa taken last week Last Thursday he appeared at the Postcode Lottery Good Money Gala in Amsterdam on behalf of the Rafa Nadal Foundation. He was joined by Leonardo DiCaprio who hosted the event and spoke on behalf of his charity that supports projects all over the world that protect endangered animals and initiatives that restore balance to endangered ecosystems and communities.
https://twitter.com/RafaelNadal?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp %7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Rafa took the probably sensible decision to withdraw from Acapulco. Still thinking he might give next 2 a miss and go straight to clay.
roytennisfan
28-02-2018, 22:16
'Top seed Rafael Nadal has pulled out of this week's Mexican Open in Acapulco after aggravating the leg injury that forced him out of the Australian Open last month.
The world No 2, who was due to face fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez on Wednesday, said he felt a sharp pain during his final training session on Tuesday and decided not to compete on the advice of his medical team.
Doctors have told me that it is impossible to play, regardless of whether it hurts,' said Nadal. 'There is a significant risk of increasing the injury and I have no choice.
'I was well prepared to play and I had hopes of doing something important here.'
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-5443267/Rafael-Nadal-pulls-Mexican-Open.html#ixzz58RZOQS00
RoastLamb
28-02-2018, 23:26
I hope he doesn't play IW and Miami as well.
Rafa has had to withdraw from IW and Miami :crying:
themass15
02-03-2018, 18:45
That's sad. Let's hope he is ready for you at Monte Carlo. Does anyone know if Djoko is playing in IW? It shows him as playing.
WimbledonWestie
02-03-2018, 19:54
He's hoping to, depends how his current Las Vegas training session goes.
roytennisfan
25-03-2018, 12:51
Rafa going back to #1 in a weeks time is great news, but he will need to be back to full fitness with 4 clay court titles to defend (and ranking points), only one he didn't win was a QF in Rome, Roger only has his win in Halle to defend before Wimbledon, hopefully Rafa will be fit and play Queens this year.
RoastLamb
25-03-2018, 16:02
I don't think Rafa cares about the #1 ranking. I think all he cares about is getting fit and healthy enough to compete at a decent level.
Rafa not 100% fit but will play in the Davis Cup tie this week against Germany.
https://www.essentiallysports.com/rafael-nadal-not-100-carlos-moya/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/43556252
lovetennis
03-04-2018, 20:44
Rafa not 100% fit but will play in the Davis Cup tie this week against Germany.
https://www.essentiallysports.com/rafael-nadal-not-100-carlos-moya/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/43556252
More proof that top players do play DC :thumbup:
RoastLamb
04-04-2018, 14:52
Rafa not 100% fit but will play in the Davis Cup tie this week against Germany.
https://www.essentiallysports.com/rafael-nadal-not-100-carlos-moya/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/43556252
I don't understand WHY he's doing this. He has a heavy clay court season ahead of him and should wait till the last possible moment. IMHO but then I'm not his doctor. :lol:
Although he's on the team, he might not actually play.
RoastLamb
04-04-2018, 23:43
Although he's on the team, he might not actually play.
Or maybe he'll "just" play doubles.
Not only did he play a full part in the tie, he played amazingly well. And as for his cheering court side ... in another league! Well done Rafa
Congrats to Rafa for his 900th match win. :clap:
Josephine
09-06-2018, 16:32
Hideous comparison from Nadal re equal pay.
https://twitter.com/Gibbsyyyy/status/1005484854715142145
Rafa has now won over $100 million from tennis.
RoastLamb
10-06-2018, 17:14
Rafa has now won over $100 million from tennis.
:shocked:
Josephine
10-06-2018, 18:08
And his comment on equal pay is sexist.
And women's final was more competitive and far more emotional.
JAMES4578
11-06-2018, 12:28
Appears to be some uncertainity over Nadal's participation at Wimbledon http://www.ibtimes.com/will-rafael-nadal-participate-wimbledon-french-open-champion-not-sure-2689409
Appears to be some uncertainity over Nadal's participation at Wimbledon http://www.ibtimes.com/will-rafael-nadal-participate-wimbledon-french-open-champion-not-sure-2689409
Nooooo!! .... but reading it, there was nothing specific and I don't blame him wanting to savour his FO success before having to think about moving on to the grass!
exislander
13-06-2018, 14:31
Nadal withdrawn from Queens - BBC report.
JAMES4578
13-06-2018, 15:21
Nadal has pulled out past few years now, from report thought does not seem to be issue for Wimbledon https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/44471484
themass15
13-06-2018, 17:27
Perhaps it would be better to take a wildcard in futre
Stuart FraserVerified account @stu_fraser (https://twitter.com/stu_fraser) 3h3 hours ago (https://twitter.com/stu_fraser/status/1007910064898957312)
Once again, a press release issued by the Mallorca Open advertising the chance for ticket holders to watch Rafael Nadal practice. Ill-advised considering he has pulled out of Queen's for the third consecutive year.
Rafa is at the Le Mans 24 hour race and has hinted he will take up endurance car racing when he retires from tennis. :)
Rafa was in northern France for the start of the historic race, where he was afforded the honour of waving the “Tricolore” which commences the annual event.
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/975212/Rafael-Nadal-retirement-plans-Le-Mans-24-Hours
After dropping out of the Queen's Club event this week on doctor's orders to rest after his 11th Roland Garros triumph, Rafa is starting his grass preparation much closer to home, training for a second straight year on the grounds of the WTA Mallorca Open. :)
RoastLamb
20-06-2018, 14:13
After dropping out of the Queen's Club event this week on doctor's orders to rest after his 11th Roland Garros triumph, Rafa is starting his grass preparation much closer to home, training for a second straight year on the grounds of the WTA Mallorca Open. :)
Hmmmm call me cynical but I think that was his plan all along - to promote the Mallorca Open. He had no intention of playing Queen's which begs the question, why bother signing up - does he get a fee for doing that alone? Not happy.
Rafal will return to Beijing to defend his China Open title in October, with officials pleased to welcome back their world No. 1 regular.
Raffa has pulled out of the Asian swing https://www.facebook.com/64822581025/posts/10156146678341026/ to “rest and recover” his knee.
In an interview to Spanish reporters on Friday ahead of the Marbella Masters Cup, the former world No. 1 Carlos Moya said that Rafa is recovering well from his right knee injury, but a specific comeback date has not been set yet.
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/61025/coach-carlos-moya-reveals-when-rafael-nadal-could-compete-again/
themass15
30-09-2018, 15:11
Do hope he plays in London but if he doesn't play Paris then probably no chance
I am beginning to wonder if Raffa will play in Paris and London or will just be work on being ready for 0z. It seems a lot to come back for just two tournies. He’d like the wtf title I’m sure but if he doesn’t feel he could get it and already thinks his no. 1 is at risk then there isn’t a lot to be gained for him. I hope not because I love to see him play and I’d love to see him in London. But with so many players out for the year already I’m nervous
themass15
08-10-2018, 13:42
I am beginning to wonder if Raffa will play in Paris and London or will just be work on being ready for 0z. It seems a lot to come back for just two tournies. He’d like the wtf title I’m sure but if he doesn’t feel he could get it and already thinks his no. 1 is at risk then there isn’t a lot to be gained for him. I hope not because I love to see him play and I’d love to see him in London. But with so many players out for the year already I’m nervous
Me too. Would just love to see him play in London. He lights up any tournament he plays in
Sky News ..... Rafael Nadal helps clear .... https://news.sky.com/story/majorca-village-destroyed-as-flash-flooding-rips-down-power-lines-11523069
Pic from Twitter ... https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DpKMWidWsAA12PB.jpg:large
Novak and Roger send messages of condolence to Rafa.
“I heard about the devastating news, the floods in Majorca, and I want to send my condolences to everyone who lost close people in their life, family members, friends,” Djokovic said.
“I want to send my best wishes, strength and good energy to everyone. To go through this I can only imagine how difficult it is.
“Especially for the people who have been in the epicentre of everything. I want to send a big hug and a friendly regard to Rafa Nadal and well done amigo for helping out.
“I want to invite anyone who is following the news in Majorca to support in any way they can.”
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/1030283/Novak-Djokovic-Roger-Federer-Rafael-Nadal-Shanghai-Masters-Majorca-floods
Such a good person, bless his heart :love:
Rafa loves a good photo-opp! :pirate:
Rafa loves a good photo-opp! :pirate:
He asked them not to film him when he was helping with the clear up.
Rafa will not play the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. The world No. 1 is back to practice around ten days ago but he is not ready to compete. He hopes to be back in time for Paris Masters and ATP Finals in London, and until US Open there was a slim chance that he could ask a wild card for Vienna. :sad: :pirate:
Rafa has been practising in Mallorca behind closed doors with his coach Carlos Moya for a couple of weeks, but Rafa may still miss the Rolex Paris Masters and the ATP World Tour Finals in London. Guy Forget, the director of the last calendar Masters 1000s, admitted Rafa may pull out of Paris. :sad:
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/61855/paris-masters-tournament-director-on-status-of-rafa-nadal-s-knee-injury/
Nice words about Rafa's family from Dominic Thiem.
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/61895/rafael-nadal-family-is-the-nicest-one-in-tennis-says-dominic-thiem/
Carlos Moya thinks it is impossible for there to be a new Nadal but there will be tennis players having Rafa's values.
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/61979/it-will-be-impossible-to-have-a-new-rafael-nadal-says-coach-carlos-moya/
BBC (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/46102394) - Rafael Nadal: Spaniard to have surgery on ankle injury and miss ATP Finals
Elizabeth
06-11-2018, 18:12
Picture on BBC Sports App of Rafa leaving hospital on crutches.
Silverdee
07-11-2018, 08:19
Wonder if he will now be fit to play on 22 December?
Very concerned about Rafa's future as a tennis player on reading this news. :sad: :pirate:
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/62615/rafael-nadal-dealt-with-ankle-issue-for-a-while-reveals-doctor/
RoastLamb
07-11-2018, 14:45
Doesn't sound that drastic to me.
Good to read this
Jaume Munar is grateful to Rafa and his Academy on Mallorca for his improvement this year
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/62625/jaume-munar-it-feels-special-to-have-rafael-nadal-behind-me-/
Novak sends Rafa a get better message
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/1042111/Novak-Djokovic-Rafael-Nadal-injury
These are reassuring after initial concern about Rafa's op :) :pirate:
https://www.express.co.uk/sport/tennis/1041324/Rafael-Nadal-doctor-injury-update-ankle-surgery
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/62613/rafael-nadal-sends-message-to-fans-i-hope-to-be-fully-healthy-in-2019-/
About time too. :santa smile:
Congratulations Rafa.
Rafael Nadal was named the winner of the ATP's Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award on Thursday, ending Roger Federer's seven-year streak (2011-2017) of being a lock for the honor.
http://baseline.tennis.com/article/78283/nadal-ends-federers-7-year-sportsmanship-award-streak
Rafa's schedule for 2019.
https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Rafael_Nadal/64092/rafael-nadal-unveils-reduced-2019-schedule-entering-only/
Rafa announces he's withdrawlng from Brisbane ,,,,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axxPjKwbqQ8
I'm beginning to feel really concerned for Rafa's future in the game. :sad:
Starting from the 2017 Swiss Indoors event in Basel, Rafa has withdrawn or retired from 18 of his past 19 tournaments on hard courts. That includes retiring during the fifth set of his 2018 Australian Open quarter-final with Marin Cilic, and after two sets of his 2018 US Open semi-final with Juan Martin del Potro.
The one hard court tournament Nadal has completed over this period was the Rogers Cup in Toronto, Canada; he won that, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.
https://www.foxsports.com.au/tennis/tennis-rafael-nadals-withdrawal-from-brisbane-international-continues-horror-run-in-hard-court-events/news-story/896750d2f729c5fb0be5ee3e7a19c51f
Rafa talks about life after tennis.
https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/tennis/australian-open-2019-rafael-nadal-knows-end-is-drawing-in-and-has-plans-for-life-after-tennis/news-story/096558ddd5e15c2fa4f741e114eaa638
RosieBear
30-01-2019, 12:13
Rafa's getting married! :love: I've always really liked his girlfriend, now fiancee, she's the only one of the top wags who genuinely carved out her own path. Good for her.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-6648067/Rafa-Nadal-reveals-engaged-girlfriend-14-years-Mery-Perell.html
themass15
30-01-2019, 13:11
What lovely news.
Rafa's getting married! :love: I've always really liked his girlfriend, now fiancee, she's the only one of the top wags who genuinely carved out her own path. Good for her.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-6648067/Rafa-Nadal-reveals-engaged-girlfriend-14-years-Mery-Perell.html
I think that's a bit harsh on Kim!
RosieBear
30-01-2019, 17:36
I think that's a bit harsh on Kim!
Sorry. Didn't mean to be (must have missed her career :shrug:). I'm not criticising - to each their own - I just relate more easily to Xisca.
Sorry. Didn't mean to be (must have missed her career :shrug:). I'm not criticising - to each their own - I just relate more easily to Xisca.
Kim is an artist who has loads of commissions, she really is a very talented. She also had an English degree.
............... and has had a book published albeit in Maggie's name!
banskogirl
30-01-2019, 19:41
Lovely news! Always wondered if they had already married in secret. :love:
Rafa will marry next month at an abbey in northern Majorca, a Spanish TV station has claimed.
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/article/2001325279/rafael-nadal-set-to-marry-stunning-childhood-sweetheart-photos
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