PHOTOS: Rafael waves adios in emotional Madrid ceremony

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PHOTOS: Rafael waves adios in emotional Madrid ceremony

The five-time champion fell in straight sets to Jiri Lehecka on Tuesday evening to mark what is likely his final professional match in Madrid.

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Rafael Nadal vs. Jiri Lehecka, Mutua Madrid Open
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Rafael Nadal vs. Jiri Lehecka, Mutua Madrid Open

Rafa is coming off an emotional win, but must now pick himself up and find a way to outduel a talented young ball-striker.

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Madison Keys vs. Coco Gauff, Mutua Madrid Open
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Madison Keys vs. Coco Gauff, Mutua Madrid Open

Gauff has arguably played her best tennis on clay throughout her career, but don't sleep on Keys' ability to take advantage of the dirt.

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Robin Montgomery vs. Aryna Sabalenka, Mutua Madrid Open
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Robin Montgomery vs. Aryna Sabalenka, Mutua Madrid Open

This is a match that Sabalenka should be expected to win somewhat easily, but she's a little shaky right now and Montgomery has a lot of talent.

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Jannik Sinner's Carota Boys fan club reveal their favorite things about him

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Jannik Sinner's Carota Boys fan club reveal their favorite things about him

Is it his curly hair? His swinging volley? Or something else?

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Maria Sharapova jokes she's 'coming out of retirement' for TopSpin 2K25

Maria Sharapova jokes she's 'coming out of retirement' for TopSpin 2K25

Plus, Frances Tiafoe says he'll 'catch y'all on the court,' while Gael Monfils wants to hear your thoughts.

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Gear Q&A: The impact of fine-tuning a racquet’s string tension

What’s the benefit of using different tensions on the main and cross strings?

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NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald believes “tennis athletes are the best in the world”
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NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald believes “tennis athletes are the best in the world”

No arguments were had by Andy Roddick, CoCo Vandeweghe and Steve Weissman.

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How a 'Spanish mentality' is carrying Ons Jabeur to a resurgence in Madrid
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How a 'Spanish mentality' is carrying Ons Jabeur to a resurgence in Madrid

The former Madrid champion is in good spirits at the Caja MĂĄgica after back-to-back wins for the first time in 2024.

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Racquet Review: Head Boom MP 2024
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Racquet Review: Head Boom MP 2024

Improved stability and feel at contact make this updated Boom a blast to play with.

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Venus Williams honored by Cultured magazine for on- and off-court cultural impact
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Venus Williams honored by Cultured magazine for on- and off-court cultural impact

She was selected as an inaugural 'Cult 100' pick, which recognizes those 'making [the world] a more interesting place to be.'

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'It's all about to click': An optimistic Naomi Osaka signs off from Madrid
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'It's all about to click': An optimistic Naomi Osaka signs off from Madrid

The former world No. 1 scored her first clay-court win since 2022 before bowing out from the Caja MĂĄgica.

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'If we're both fit enough, why not?' Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal reaffirm Paris Olympic doubles hopes in Madrid
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'If we're both fit enough, why not?' Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal reaffirm Paris Olympic doubles hopes in Madrid

The plans for a possible Team Rafitos in Paris are becoming clearer. (Or are they?)

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"I like it": Andrey Rublev welcomes idea that clay forces players to work harder

Daniil Medvedev "heartbroken" to lose doubles debut with Tommy Paul, talks potential Nadal clash
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Daniil Medvedev "heartbroken" to lose doubles debut with Tommy Paul, talks potential Nadal clash

Madison Keys stays "gritty" to win final four games against Coco Gauff in Madrid third set
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Madison Keys stays "gritty" to win final four games against Coco Gauff in Madrid third set

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Daniil Medvedev wants clarity in Madrid! "Who are 'they', illuminati?"

Rafael Nadal obliges Pedro Cachin with match shirt from Mutua Madrid Open encounter
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Rafael Nadal obliges Pedro Cachin with match shirt from Mutua Madrid Open encounter

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Mirra Andreeva "ready to go to the end" in Madrid after equaling 2023 showing

Carlos Alcaraz feels he's "in good shape right now" after Madrid third-round win
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Carlos Alcaraz feels he's "in good shape right now" after Madrid third-round win

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"You come out here and play!": Danielle Collins claps back at Madrid spectator

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Daria Kasatkina teases Mirra Andreeva is "piece of gold" in upcoming Madrid Vlog