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Rafael Nadal gets his own asteroid

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Rafael Nadal has been honoured a week after his epic Wimbledon victory over Roger… Continue

Added by Svetlana on July 14, 2008 at 5:11am — 1 Comment

Say goodbye to privacy...

Rafa definitely doesn't have privacy anymore. Paparazzi are everywhere. On website Celebrity Gossip second day in a row Rafa and Xisca photos appeared.

Rafa is spending… Continue

Added by Svetlana on July 10, 2008 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Rafa relaxes with his girlfriend Xisca in Mallorca

After wining Wimbledon and a magnificent welcome in his hometown Mallorca , Rafa enjoys in his much-deserved time off.

Rafa was spotted splashing in the beautiful Spanish seaside yesterday accompanied by his… Continue

Added by Svetlana on July 9, 2008 at 2:31pm — 4 Comments

Nadal, Federer and Djokovic First To Qualify For Shanghai

Rafael Nadal is among a star trio announced as the first qualifiers for the 2008 Tennis Masters Cup. The Spaniard will join four-time champion Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic at the prestigious circuit finale.

“I have just been informed that I have qualified for the Masters in Shanghai,” said Nadal, a semifinalist in… Continue

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Ana and Rafa named tennis players of the year

Ana has been named Women's Tennis Player of the Year 2008, Rafael Nadal was named Men's Player of the Year, while Boris Becker won the Men’s Contribution to the Game of Tennis award by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), the organization that is made up of the world's leading sports writers.

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Rafa was attacked by 8 paparazzi in London celebrating his semifinal victory

Rafael Nadal felt "attacked" by 8 paparazzi outside a restaurant in London.

In his blog he wrote :

"Most part of my family has arrived and therefore we just don't fit in the house for dinner. So we decided to go out. I have only gone out for dinner twice during these 16 days here at Wimbledon. I went out the first time for Albert Costa's birthday surprise dinner and last night. It was late (midnight) when I came back and I was…

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Rafa withdraws from Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart

Rafael Nadal has been forced to withdraw from this week's Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart with a knee injury.

Nadal received treatment on his knee during Sunday's breathtaking men's final against Roger Federer, after originally sustaining the injury during his… Continue

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Video - Wimbledon Men's Final Highlights and Interviews

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Added by Svetlana on July 9, 2008 at 5:29am — No Comments

Rafa reigns in epic Wimbledon final

Rafael Nadal ended the reign of Roger Federer in the Wimbledon by beating the Swiss master in one of the most dramatic finals seen at the All England… Continue

Added by Svetlana on July 6, 2008 at 3:45pm — 3 Comments

ITF Unveils "Journey to Beijing - Tennis Celebrates the Olympics" Book

The ITF has released a 140-page publication called "Journey to Beijing – Tennis celebrates the Olympics". Over 40 of the world’s leading tennis players took part in the ITF project and were photographed dressed as… Continue

Added by Svetlana on July 6, 2008 at 12:04pm — 1 Comment

Wimbledon Day Two Photos

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Added by Svetlana on June 27, 2008 at 6:25am — No Comments

Rafa's Wimbledon Blog

Rafael Nadal is writing a blog for Times Online during Wimbledon fortnight and he has also agreed to answer your questions.

Here is the excerpt from his blog:…

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Added by Svetlana on June 23, 2008 at 2:50am — No Comments

Video - Artois Championship Trophy Ceremony

Rafael Nadal vs Novak Djokovic

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Added by Svetlana on June 15, 2008 at 3:04pm — No Comments

Weekend ATP Winers!

World No.1 Roger Federer extended his unbeaten run on grass to 59 matches after beating Germany's Philipp Kohlschreiber 6-3 6-4 in the final of the Gerry Weber Open in Halle.

Federer, who sailed through the Wimbledon warm-up tournament without dropping his serve, extended his record unbeaten run on grass to 59… Continue

Added by Svetlana on June 15, 2008 at 12:53pm — No Comments

Nadal and Djokovic Reach Queens Final

Rafael Nadal ended Andy Roddick's bid for a record fifth title at the ATP tournament at Queen's Club by charging into the final with a 7-5 6-4 win on Saturday.

"After winning Roland Garros I never thought I could play this final," Nadal said. "I (am) feeling comfortable on grass. The important thing that's… Continue

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Queens Club Day Five Photos

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Quote of The Day

"I mean, after a loss like this, you don't want to play Rafa again tomorrow, that's for sure."

- Roger Federer after his one hour and 48-minute (6-1, 6-3, 6-0) destruction today.…

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Added by Svetlana on June 8, 2008 at 2:55pm — No Comments

Rafael Nadal - The King keeps his throne!

In the end Roger Federer, like the incredulous crowd at Roland Garros, had no choice but to salute Rafael Nadal.

Rafael Nadal once again proved himself the "King of Clay," making Swiss cheese out of Roger Federer Sunday beating him 6-1, 6-3, 6-0.

Nadal protected his aura of invincibility in… Continue

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Nadal crushes Djokovic to reach final

Rafael Nadal reached his fourth straight French Open final as he swept aside Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-2 7-6 (7-3).

The three-times defending champion saved a set point in the third set to win in two hours 49 minutes and advance to a final.

“It was a very high quality… Continue

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