2018 French Open draw analysis

May 25, 2018 1

Congratulations on French Open title No. 11, Rafael Nadal…. Or something like that. That seems to be the general sentiment in the tennis world following Thursday’s draw ceremony in Paris. Of course, Nadal was already an overwhelming favorite even prior to those festivities. […]

French Open draw: Nadal avoids Thiem, Djokovic, Nishikori, and more

May 24, 2018 40

As if Rafael Nadal needed any help from the draw in order to enjoy smooth sailing at the French Open, that is exactly what he got on Thursday evening. Dominic Thiem, Novak Djokovic, Kei Nishikori, David Goffin, Stan Wawrinka, and Stefanos Tsitsipas all landed in the bottom half of the bracket. […]

Rome final preview and prediction: Nadal vs. Zverev

May 19, 2018 342

Who will win the French Open? That question is not exactly packed with suspense. Who is Rafael Nadal’s biggest threat? Now that question–even though it less important–is far more interesting. Alexander Zverev, his Rome final opponent, may be the answer.
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Rome SF preview and prediction: Nadal vs. Djokovic

May 18, 2018 89

One of the best rivalries in the current era of tennis will add another chapter following a one-year hiatus when Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic meet again in the semifinals of the the Internazionali BNL d’Italia on Saturday. Djokovic is one of just two active players who owns a winning record against Nadal. […]

Nadal not “stupid,” wanted to avoid matchup with Djokovic

May 18, 2018 1

Following his 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Fabio Fognini in the Internazionali BNL d’Italia quarterfinals on Friday, Rafael Nadal was asked if he misses facing Novak Djokovic. Nadal admitted that he does not, and instead had hoped to play an easier opponent in the semis. […]

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