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Rafael Nadal loses farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup tie

Rafael Nadal lost his farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup tie against the Netherlands. Botic van de Zandschulp beat him 6-4, 6-4.

Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts during his match against Netherlands' Botic van de Zandschulp REUTERS/Juan Medina(REUTERS)

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Updated on Nov 19, 2024 11:50 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal fights back tears as crowd breaks into 'Rafa' chants before Davis Cup tie

Rafael Nadal was seen fighting back tears as crowd in Malaga broke into thunderous ‘Rafa Rafa’ chants, before the start of the Davis Cup tie.

Spain's tennis player Rafael Nadal during the national anthem ahead of a Davis Cup quarterfinal match. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)(AP)

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Published on Nov 19, 2024 10:00 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Rafa Nadal's coach makes heartrending confession ahead of Spaniard's last hurrah

Rafael Nadal is all set to play his final match of his professional career at Spain's Davis Cup Finals tie against the Netherlands in the quarterfinal round.

Spain's Rafael Nadal and coach Carlos Moya during a practice session(REUTERS)

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Published on Nov 19, 2024 05:51 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal handed critical role in Davis Cup farewell as final opponent confirmed

The development came hours after Rafael Nadal revealed that he wasn't quite sure if he would play in his farewell event.

Spain's Rafael Nadal during a training session(REUTERS)

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Published on Nov 19, 2024 05:11 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Federer pours his heart out in farewell note for Nadal: ‘You challenged me…’

Roger Federer poured his heart out while penning a note for Rafael Nadal where he wrote about facing the Spaniard in different phases of their career.

Roger Federer shakes hands and embraces Spain's Rafael Nadal.(AFP)

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Updated on Nov 19, 2024 06:38 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Rafael Nadal's farewell at Davis Cup Finals: Where to watch in India?

Ahead of the Davis Cup match, we take a look at all the details of Rafael Nadal's farewell event in Malaga...

Spain's tennis player Rafael Nadal attends a training session in Malaga, southern Spain, on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024(AP)

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Published on Nov 19, 2024 06:15 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal hints at Federer reunion for 'last goodbye' ahead of Davis Cup farewell

Rafael Nadal confirmed on Monday that Roger Federer won't be on his side to return the classy retirement gesture when he plays his final match on Tuesday

Rafael Nadal said Roger Federer won't present in Malaga for Davis Cup tie(AP)

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Published on Nov 18, 2024 08:16 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Nadal's bombshell claim as legend ready for big sacrifice in Davis Cup farewell

Rafael Nadal admitted he is more focused on helping the team win the rubber against the Netherlands than on it being his final event in his professional career.

Spain's Rafael Nadal during a press conference(REUTERS)

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Published on Nov 18, 2024 07:33 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

‘We will definitely see Rafael Nadal in…’: Tennis legend makes huge prediction

Rafael Nadal is already in Malaga, as he looks to adapt to the conditions and get back to optimum fitness.

Spain's tennis player Rafael Nadal returns the ball during a training session.(AFP)

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Published on Nov 17, 2024 01:22 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Debate over AITA mess shouldn’t be a blip on the radar

Ignoring the players’ protests/complaints/concerns in order to protect federation’s feelings does the sport itself no favours

Sumit Nagal, currently world No.84, is the only Indian singles player in the top 250 of the ATP rankings. (AFP)

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Published on Oct 29, 2024 06:10 PM IST

BySharda Ugra / Left Field

Nadal's four-word response after learning fate for potential farewell tournament

After learning about his opponent in the upcoming Davis Cup, Nadal sent a four-word reply to David Ferrer confirming his participation in the tournament.

Rafael Nadal last played at the Paris Olympics where he faced early exits in the singles and doubles events.(Reuters)

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Published on Oct 06, 2024 06:23 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

India’s sorry Davis Cup tale of friction continues in circles

Indian tennis faces turmoil, with players sidelined and discontent towards the AITA. Recent Davis Cup losses highlight a need for leadership change.

Sumit Nagal skipped India’s Davis Cup tie against Sweden citing a back injury. (AFP)

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Updated on Sep 20, 2024 10:39 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

Amid AITA accusations, Nagal pulls out of Hangzhou Open due to back issue

Nagal, the only Indian in the singles top 100, last competed in the singles first round of the US Open last month

Sumit Nagal in action during his first round match against Corentin Moutet of France during the Paris Olympics. (REUTERS)

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Published on Sep 19, 2024 07:56 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Britain fail to reach Davis Cup Finals last eight after losing to Canada

The British needed a 3-0 win against the Canadians in Manchester, but Dan Evans lost 6-0, 7-5 to Denis Shapovalov to end Britain's hopes in the opening match.

Canada's Denis Shapovalov celebrates winning his singles match against Britain's Daniel Evans(Action Images via Reuters)

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Published on Sep 16, 2024 10:16 AM IST

PTI |

Davis Cup: Sweden go 2-0 up versus India on Day 1

India fell behind 2-0 on the first day of the Davis Cup tie against Sweden, losing both singles matches in Stockholm, including a surprising defeat for Ramkumar.

India's Siriram Balaji in action against Sweden's Elias Ymer in their Davis Cup singles match in Stockholm on Saturday. (AP)

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Updated on Sep 14, 2024 10:08 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Davis Cup: Sumit Nagal returns to India squad for Sweden tie, Bhambri opts out

Sasikumar Mukund was not considered for selection as he is serving a two-tie suspension for his refusal to play the Pakistan tie early this year.

India's Sumit Nagal in action.(Deepak Gupta/HT Photo)

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Published on Aug 16, 2024 09:04 PM IST

PTI |

India's Davis Cup stars felicitated at inauguration of Bengaluru Open 2024

The prestigious ATP Challenger Tour 100 event, organised by KSLTA, will be played from February 12-18

The Indian team thrashed Pakistan 4-0 to secure their place in the Davis Cup World Group I earlier this month.

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Published on Feb 12, 2024 05:16 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

India's Davis Cup heroes, Sumit Nagal key attraction at Bengaluru Open 2024

Ramkumar has paired up with big-serving compatriot Saketh Myneni, while Balaji has teamed up with Germany's Andre Begemann for the event

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Published on Feb 07, 2024 10:02 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Davis Cup: India beat Pakistan, secure World Group I berth

In Islamabad, doubles pair Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni gave India an unassailable lead before Niki Poonacha made it a 4-0 sweep

Islamabad: Indian team poses for photos after India's Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni beat Pakistani duo Aqeel Khan and Muzammil Murtaza in doubles game during the Davis Cup 2024 tennis match, in Islamabad(PTI)

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Updated on Feb 04, 2024 10:34 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mumbai

Slovakia rout Serbia in Djokovic absence to make Davis Cup finals

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Updated on Feb 04, 2024 09:04 AM IST

AFP |

Davis Cup playoff: Ramkumar Ramanathan rallies to win, India go 2-0 vs Pakistan

Ramkumar Ramanathan rallies to beat Aisam-ul Quershi while Sriram Balaji wins in straight sets on Day 1 of the Davis Cup Group 1 playoff tie in Islamabad

Ramkumar Ramanathan beat Aisam-ul-haq Qureshi in the opening singles tie

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Updated on Feb 03, 2024 09:09 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mumbai

India vs Pakistan Davis Cup 2024: Schedule and live streaming details

India vs Pakistan Davis Cup 2024 World Group I play-off will take place on February 3 and 4 at the Pakistan Sports Complex in Islamabad.

India vs Pakistan Davis Cup 2024: Schedule, order of play and live streaming

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Updated on Feb 04, 2024 10:18 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Ramped up security, low bouncing grass courts: India look to ace PAK experience

With Pakistan hosting India after 60 years. this Davis Cup tie is about so much more than tennis

India have never lost to Pakistan in Davis Cup history(AFP)

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Published on Feb 02, 2024 08:11 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Chris Eubanks and Sebastian Korda give the US a 2-0 lead over Ukraine in the Davis Cup

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Updated on Feb 02, 2024 10:14 AM IST

AP |

Pakistan host India Davis Cup tie for first time in 60 years

India team manager Sunil Yajman said the team were looking forward to the tie.

The members of team Italy raise their trophy as they celebrate winning the Davis Cup tennis tournament(AFP)

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Published on Jan 31, 2024 06:28 PM IST

AFP |

Zeeshan Ali becomes India's Davis Cup captain in absence of Rohit Rajpal

Zeeshan has been asked to double up as coach and captain since regular skipper Rohit Rajpal could not travel to Islamabad due to a medical issue at home.

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Published on Jan 30, 2024 08:13 PM IST

PTI |

Waiting for final AITA confirmation on player arrival for Davis Cup: PTF chief

The World Group 1 play-off tie is scheduled to be played at the Islamabad Sports Complex on February 3 and 4.

Playing in the boys’ U-18 semi-finals during the AITA Super Series Tennis Tournament, Vatsal defeated qualifier Bhicky Sagolshem in a three-set match 6-3, 1-6, 6-3, while Anmol Nagpure beat fourth seed Om Yadav 6-1, 6-2

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Published on Dec 30, 2023 11:55 AM IST

PTI |

Davis Cup: Ramkumar to lead Indian challenge against Pakistan on grass courts

India last travelled to Pakistan way back in 1964 when they beat the hosts 4-0. India have never lost to Pakistan in eight Davis Cup encounters

The team has only Ramkumar and 2019 national champion as singles players while the three others now play only doubles on the ATP Tour.(PTI)

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Published on Dec 17, 2023 04:22 PM IST

PTI |

'Roger, Rafa didn’t play Davis Cup for years, that doesn’t make them bad person'

Nagal also talked about his participation in Tennis Premier League and the need of an initiative in singles tennis reminiscent of Bopanna's doubles project

India's Sumit Nagal has refused to travel to Pakistan for Davis Cup tie(PTI)

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Updated on Dec 12, 2023 01:19 PM IST

ByAratrick Mondal, New Delhi

Unthinkable that 2 players opted out of Pakistan Davis Cup tie: Zeeshan Ali

Amid Nagal withdrawing from Pakistan tie and Mukund reportedly taking the same call, Zeeshan feels this generation prioritises rankings ahead of national duty.

Zeeshan Ali stressed on the importance of playing more Challengers event than rue a lost home ATP and WTA event

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Updated on Dec 02, 2023 09:18 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal, New Delhi

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Rafael Nadal lost his farewell match in Spain's Davis Cup tie against the Netherlands. Botic van de Zandschulp beat him 6-4, 6-4.

Rafael Nadal was seen fighting back tears as crowd in Malaga broke into thunderous ‘Rafa Rafa’ chants, before the start of the Davis Cup tie.

Rafael Nadal is all set to play his final match of his professional career at Spain's Davis Cup Finals tie against the Netherlands in the quarterfinal round.

The development came hours after Rafael Nadal revealed that he wasn't quite sure if he would play in his farewell event.

Roger Federer poured his heart out while penning a note for Rafael Nadal where he wrote about facing the Spaniard in different phases of their career.

Ahead of the Davis Cup match, we take a look at all the details of Rafael Nadal's farewell event in Malaga...

Rafael Nadal confirmed on Monday that Roger Federer won't be on his side to return the classy retirement gesture when he plays his final match on Tuesday

Rafael Nadal admitted he is more focused on helping the team win the rubber against the Netherlands than on it being his final event in his professional career.

Rafael Nadal is already in Malaga, as he looks to adapt to the conditions and get back to optimum fitness.

Ignoring the players’ protests/complaints/concerns in order to protect federation’s feelings does the sport itself no favours

After learning about his opponent in the upcoming Davis Cup, Nadal sent a four-word reply to David Ferrer confirming his participation in the tournament.

Indian tennis faces turmoil, with players sidelined and discontent towards the AITA. Recent Davis Cup losses highlight a need for leadership change.

Nagal, the only Indian in the singles top 100, last competed in the singles first round of the US Open last month

The British needed a 3-0 win against the Canadians in Manchester, but Dan Evans lost 6-0, 7-5 to Denis Shapovalov to end Britain's hopes in the opening match.

India fell behind 2-0 on the first day of the Davis Cup tie against Sweden, losing both singles matches in Stockholm, including a surprising defeat for Ramkumar.

Sasikumar Mukund was not considered for selection as he is serving a two-tie suspension for his refusal to play the Pakistan tie early this year.

The prestigious ATP Challenger Tour 100 event, organised by KSLTA, will be played from February 12-18

Ramkumar has paired up with big-serving compatriot Saketh Myneni, while Balaji has teamed up with Germany's Andre Begemann for the event

In Islamabad, doubles pair Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni gave India an unassailable lead before Niki Poonacha made it a 4-0 sweep

Slovakia rout Serbia in Djokovic absence to make Davis Cup finals

Ramkumar Ramanathan rallies to beat Aisam-ul Quershi while Sriram Balaji wins in straight sets on Day 1 of the Davis Cup Group 1 playoff tie in Islamabad

India vs Pakistan Davis Cup 2024 World Group I play-off will take place on February 3 and 4 at the Pakistan Sports Complex in Islamabad.

With Pakistan hosting India after 60 years. this Davis Cup tie is about so much more than tennis

Chris Eubanks and Sebastian Korda give the US a 2-0 lead over Ukraine in the Davis Cup

India team manager Sunil Yajman said the team were looking forward to the tie.

Zeeshan has been asked to double up as coach and captain since regular skipper Rohit Rajpal could not travel to Islamabad due to a medical issue at home.

The World Group 1 play-off tie is scheduled to be played at the Islamabad Sports Complex on February 3 and 4.

India last travelled to Pakistan way back in 1964 when they beat the hosts 4-0. India have never lost to Pakistan in eight Davis Cup encounters

Nagal also talked about his participation in Tennis Premier League and the need of an initiative in singles tennis reminiscent of Bopanna's doubles project

Amid Nagal withdrawing from Pakistan tie and Mukund reportedly taking the same call, Zeeshan feels this generation prioritises rankings ahead of national duty.

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