Nine’s ratings slide as Djokovic is crowned Aus Open champion
Serbian star Novak Djokovic’s three-set victory in the Australian Open men’s final drew nearly 300,000 fewer TV viewers than Rafael Nadal’s win in 2022.
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Djoker takes the crown … now it’s the greatest tie-breaker in history
The 35-year-old’s imperious win over Stefanos Tsitsipas drew him level with Rafael Nadal for the most men’s major titles at 22.
Love-all on Australian Open centre court
From politicians to business magnates and Hollywood actors, there was no shortage of big names in the corporate suites and courtside seats at Rod Laver Arena.
Laver, Federer, Nadal, Djokovic … who’s the GOAT?
Easy question. Difficult answer. Fascinating. Head-scratching. Have your say.
Rafa’s career stalls after MRI results revealed
Rafael Nadal will spend a lengthy stint on the sideline after scans revealed the extent of the injury suffered in his second round loss at the Australian Open.
Ruffled Rafa fights to the end
Rafael Nadal may be done for good. He is tired, frustrated, uncertain if his career can continue. ‘Destroyed mentally,’ he says.
Another star joins champ’s Aus Open ball crusade
Rafael Nadal has found an ally in his criticism of the Australian Open balls, with another star raising concerns about their deterioration on day one.
Vintage Rafa stretched to limit
Rafael Nadal is alive and kicking at the Australian Open after running Jack Draper into the ground.
The greatest groundstroke tennis has ever seen
The No.1 seed has a cunning plan to roast an up-and-coming Pom in the furnace of Rod Laver Arena on Monday afternoon.
Balls out: Rafa unleashes surprise Aus Open attack
Rafael Nadal as he began his Australian Open defence with a savage attack on … the balls. Find out why he doesn’t like what Dunlop have served up this year.
‘In good shape’: Nadal’s title defence on track
Despite back-to-back losses in warm-up events in Sydney, Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal has no Australian Open concerns.
Let’s embrace Rafa’s bluff and bluster one more time
Rafael Nadal is about to play his 18th Australian Open. Time to kiss him goodbye.
Rafa eyes back-to-back Aus Opens with son by his side
Rafael Nadal admits his form hasn’t been up to standard, but sees no reason why he can’t contend for a third Australian Open title. Plus the impact of Rafa Jr’s birth on the champion.
TA should heed Rafa’s criticism of woke United Cup stuff-up
Rafa Nadal doesn’t often voice criticism, so when he slams the United Cup format after meaningless matches, Tennis Australia would do well to listen and change the woke format.
Who needs Nick? Demon pulls off epic Nadal boilover
Elevated to the No.1 slot for the Aussies after Nick Kyrgios’ withdrawal, Alex de Minaur has played the match to defeat superstar Rafael Nadal.
‘Don’t mention retirement’: How much longer can Rafa last?
Despite an uncharacteristic defeat, Spanish legend Rafael Nadal has refuted questions about his longevity in a sport which has seen him capture a remarkable 22 Grand Slam titles.
Everyone’s happy that the Joker is back in the pack
Rafa Nadal is glad Novak Djokovic is here; Tennis Australia is glad he is here; but above all the man himself is clearly happy to be here.
Nadal weighs in on Djokovic Aus Open decision
Rafael Nadal won the 2022 Australian Open in Novak Djokovic’s absence but he’ll have to face his great rival following a decision to grant the Serbian star a visa.
Pressure gauge: Will the Kyrgios reboot pass the Rafa test?
Two Australian tennis greats believe Nick Kyrgios is much closer to breakthrough Grand Slam win than many expect and an early summer clash with Rafael Nadal could confirm that belief.
Kyrgios v Nadal blockbuster in new $23m Aussie event
The big names have been locked in for the newest event on the Aussie tennis calendar with a mouth-watering clash on offer.
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