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Jan/24

5

Rafa Devastated In Brisbane By Thompson Loss

Rafael Nadal played very well in his QF match vs Jordan Thompson in Brisbane, well enough to earn two match points. But somehow Nadal squandered the victory 75 67 46 to the veteran Australian ranked 55. “I’m tired, or course, sad in this moment because I had plenty of opportunities,” Nadal said after departing what […] Continue to read full article...

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Jan/24

1

Nadal’s Hypocrisy Exposed By Djokovic

Rafael Nadal has to get his stories right when it comes to talking about his arch rival Novak Djokovic. Some of his previous comments… “The reality is I don’t want Djokovic to win more.” “Talent? For me, it’s not having a beautiful game or hitting the ball very hard. You can have the talent to […] Continue to read full article...

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Dec/23

30

Rafa Doesn’t Like The Modern Game

Rafael Nadal took a verbal shot at the modern style of tennis in Brisbane where he will play a qualifier in the first round of the main draw in his comeback to competition after a year absence: *Now tennis is just about hitting stronger and without thinking. Most of the players play all the same. […] Continue to read full article...

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Dec/23

1

Nadal Will Return In Brisbane

Rafael Nadal, currently ranked 663 in the world, will make his return to the ATP World Tour in Brisbane in the first week of January 2024. Nadal’s match record in 2023 is 1-3. He lost both matches at United Cup, both in three sets to Cam Norrie and Alex deMinaur. Then at Australian Open, Nadal […] Continue to read full article...

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May/22

19

Kubler Qualifies For Roland Garros After Six Knee Operations

Over a decade ago Jason Kubler was a highly touted ITF no. 1 junior but his pro career has been hampered by knee problems. The 5-10, 163 pound right-handed Brisbane native has endured six knee operations but he has persevered through all the physical challenges and this week he has won three qualifying matches – […] Continue to read full article...

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Jan/20

12

Pliskova Perfect In Brisbane

Pliskova’s perfect start to the year By Louise Belcourt World number 2 Karolina Pliskova has just won her third Brisbane International title defeating world number 13 Madison Keys 6-4 4-6 7-5. The impressive win demonstrates she is a force to be reckoned with at the Australian Open in 2020. Both players won through to the […] Continue to read full article...

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Jan/20

4

De Minaur Fires Up In Brisbane ATP Cup

By Louise Belcourt As Australia battles the worst fires in recent history, the diminutive Aussie has lifted the Aussie spirit by capturing a hard fought, come from behind 4-6 7-6(3) 6-2 win over Alexander Zverev. In the inaugural ATP Cup event in Brisbane, the 20-year old had a sluggish start admitting he struggled with nerves […] Continue to read full article...

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Jan/18

7

Is Kyrgios Taking Tennis To New Zenith?

nickk By Scoop Malinowski Nick Kyrgios, who just decimated the Brisbane field, to win his first ATP title in two years with a straight set final win vs Ryan Harrison, holds a very rare, most impressive distinction in his career. Kyrgios is the only man in history to beat prime Federer, Nadal and Djokovic the first time he played each. That is an incredible achievement and most likely a feat that will never be matched. Continue to read full article...

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Jan/18

3

Dolgopolov’s Beast Mode Is Back

medogo It's been a few years since we saw Alexandr Dolgopolov threaten the top guns in the major events but the highly talented Ukrainian was very impressive in yesterday's dominant blowout of Horacio Zeballos, 61 62 in Brisbane. Continue to read full article...

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