roysid
Legend
That itself. Will be top 10 on men's side I believe
2024 Swedish Open ATP 250 Semifinals matchup - Rafael Nadal (SPN) v/s [Q] Duje Ajduković (CRO)
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Larry Duff
G.O.A.T.
Nagal takes it
Al Czervik
Hall of Fame
Game, set, match. Another gritty effort. It seems like Rafa cannot hit through the court at all. I had a decent chunk of money on him yesterday and today, so was freaking out at times.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
Nadal is through! Amazing comeback for the Spaniard! Great win!
The_Order
G.O.A.T.
Well, I gotta admit, I didn't think he was going to fight back in this one.
Credit to him, he always talks about enduring and "suffering" on the court, good sign that mentally he's willing to do that again.
Still way off, but his form is getting better. Into another clay final he goes...
Credit to him, he always talks about enduring and "suffering" on the court, good sign that mentally he's willing to do that again.
Still way off, but his form is getting better. Into another clay final he goes...
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
Nadal is epic AF
tennis_pro
Bionic Poster
No offence Ajdukovic but you can't beat a 38-year old dude who played 4h the day before and can only play moonballs you should retire. That was a pathetic display.
Why do so many players have a mentality of a 4-year old girl? Like the first little sign of resistence and he fumbled like a kid.
Why do so many players have a mentality of a 4-year old girl? Like the first little sign of resistence and he fumbled like a kid.
Djokovic_is_the_best#1
Bionic Poster
It remarkable how Nadal continues to surprise us. He been not playing deep in tournaments for nearly 2 years, he’s 38 and as we know many injuries. However, he’s seems the fittest he’s ever been since 2022. If he can improve form a bit more than maybe can still be a factor and a threat to the top guys. It’s a big ask but he’s not giving up. He’s an inspiration to many young guys out there. Respect!
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
Have a goooooooood day bestie
tennis_pro
Bionic Poster
Genuine question. I mean that was so pathetic that you should reconsider your career as a professional tennis player.Have a goooooooood day bestie
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
More like pa-EPIC lol
RS
Bionic Poster
Knew you would be negative lol
Topspin_80
Hall of Fame
Rafa is epic, 38 yo, and after a long injury, plays a 4 hours match, wins and next day comes back from a set down.
Nobody like Rafa!
Nobody like Rafa!
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
Im glad I slept through the set Rafa lost, perfect timing
Hitman
Bionic Poster
The guy is a qualifier, who I understand had only won 5 pro matches at tournament level. Nadal is old now, yes, but it is still a big step up for a guy who basically has next to zero experience in tournament play.
Are you expecting Nadal to lose every single match he plays? Your statement would be more valid for the Tsitispas, Zverev, Rune, Musetti, Ruud, Rublev, level of players more, not qualifiers.
Topspin_80
Hall of Fame
Well done!
The_Order
G.O.A.T.
That guy is playing to make a living, not to be an all time great.
He will be happy with his week.
tennis_pro
Bionic Poster
38-years old, played 4h match yesterday. The dude is ranked around top 100 and you still can't keep up?
I don't even have to watch this match to know that he's netting every 3rd ball without having ANY pressure to deal with other than Nadal's name.
I don't even care about Nadal, he's doing what he's supposed to. I'm angry with these absolute gen z mugs who sh it their pants with any resistence.
mehdimike
Hall of Fame
Exactly, and I'm sure if Ajdu works on his serve he would be a nightmare opponent for anyone. His strokes are sooo powerful.
The_Order
G.O.A.T.
lol you don't care about Ajduko in the slightest... you're just angry Nadal won a relatively meaningless match... calm down dude
JohnnyMac Fan!
Legend
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Erm, he still ways to go. Currently he is definitely slower than 2022 and that is affecting his return. He should get a bit leaner also if possible
Dominic & Andrey
Legend
What a legend this man is.
Hitman
Bionic Poster
He doesn't have any big match experience. That was the biggest match of his entire life, and he is playing an absolute legend of the game. That is a lot to take in mentally also.
He didn't play that bad to be fair, there was some nice quality there, yes, some poor decision making at times, but he gave Nadal a match.
You're being a little too hard on the guy.
Hitman
Bionic Poster
He just lacks experience on the main stage, that is the main thing.
Imagine having only won five matches in tournament play in your whole career and then you are facing Nadal, even this old diminished Nadal is a massive step up from losing qualifiers.
tennis_pro
Bionic Poster
That's the difference between a shmug like this guy and good players. When they get a chance to shine they try their absolute best to win and this dude is stumbling on his own legs.
And no, I'm not being too hard on him. If this was 2012 Nadal I wouldn't say a word if he got double bageled. But this really is a perfect opportunity to make a name for yourself and the lowest cost possible and you still find a way to fu ck it up?
Hitman
Bionic Poster
Well not everyone can be that good, most are barely making a living.
MichaelNadal
Bionic Poster
For anyone wanting the epicness to continue, get into it
Cupcake
Hall of Fame
Dominic & Andrey
Legend
Even if he is miles away from his heyday, Nadal remains a really tough player to beat on clay relatively speaking, especially for a guy outside of the top 100. Even Zverev struggled somehow against this Nadal, despite not dropping sets against him in Paris it wasn't that straightforward.
Hitman
Bionic Poster
Nadal still has the shot making and the feel in general, it is his movement more than anything. But if he is in place to hit a good ball, he can still hit a very good ball.
tennis_pro
Bionic Poster
Take your left wing bs and shove it deep cupcake
tennisjedi
Hall of Fame
Glad Nadal won and that it wasn't another 4 hour grindfest. Excited for the final.
Doubles match later on, hopefully that doesn't tire out Nadal for the singles final tomorrow.
Doubles match later on, hopefully that doesn't tire out Nadal for the singles final tomorrow.
jl809
Legend
Think he withdrew from the dubs
ScentOfDefeat
G.O.A.T.
I think Borges has the game to beat this Nadal though.
He can actually produce winners.
He can actually produce winners.
D
Deleted member 810491
Guest
The fact is, Ajdukovic has one of the best backhands in the world, and the players who make Nadal work the hardest are those with the best backhands, so the Final will be easier.
“I think it was a tough match. My opponent had one of the best backhands that I played against,” said Nadal in his on-court interview. “He came here with a lot of confidence. I think I was trying to push him back. It was very, very difficult, honestly, but I found a way to survive and be through to that final after a long time without being in a final. So that’s great news and I’m very happy with that.”
“I think it was a tough match. My opponent had one of the best backhands that I played against,” said Nadal in his on-court interview. “He came here with a lot of confidence. I think I was trying to push him back. It was very, very difficult, honestly, but I found a way to survive and be through to that final after a long time without being in a final. So that’s great news and I’m very happy with that.”
tennisjedi
Hall of Fame
You're right, Nadal confirmed his withdrawal from doubles. He needs as much rest for the final tomorrow. Good decision.
RS
Bionic Poster
Wise
marc45
G.O.A.T.
damn, wanted to see him go for his 12th doubles title
wonder how many people know that off the top of their head
p.s. Ruud hanging around for days after his singles loss...released from prison, he can head to Paris
marc45
G.O.A.T.
Bstaad weather tomorrow...
"Strong storms tomorrow. Storms may produce large hail and strong winds."
some rain on Monday too...this tournament may be running into some problems...players need to go to Paris and other tournaments...some tournaments haven't finished over the years...we'll see
"Strong storms tomorrow. Storms may produce large hail and strong winds."
some rain on Monday too...this tournament may be running into some problems...players need to go to Paris and other tournaments...some tournaments haven't finished over the years...we'll see
That's how it went.
Topspin_80
Hall of Fame
Nadal is a passionate lover of all-out battles.Just going by Rafa’s body language, he looks ready to battle
How much did you earn?The bookies really let me bet RAFAEL NADAL on a clay court vs an absolute mug at +220
When they go bankrupt they have only themselves to blame
Rattie
Legend
The weather forecasts I’ve looked say warm and cloudy but no rain until the evening. A bit windy though.
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