Rafael Nadal has taken a subtle swipe at Novak Djokovic, pointing out how he could have ensured his spot at the Australian Open.

Rafael Nadal has issued a lengthy statement to announce his decision to take a break from tennis, throwing his future into uncertainty.

Rafael Nadal was all class after his exit from the Australian Open, making no excuse and rejecting Novak Djokovic’s recent complaints.

Rafael Nadal was smashed in the Australian Open final, and one unbelievable moment left fans completely and utterly speechless.

World number one Rafael Nadal won an 11th French Open title by beating Austrian Dominic Thiem in straight sets.

The dawning of a new tennis season has in past years triggered lots of confident predictions - whether it be the continued domination of Serena Williams or, in most seasons, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

Spain's Rafael Nadal made history by winning a record 10th French Open title with victory over Stan Wawrinka in the Paris final.

RAFAEL Nadal reflects on an epic five-set win over Grigor Dimitrov and looks ahead to his showstopping final against Roger Federer.

The final was suspended until Monday when Nadal raced to victory in just a further 50 minutes.

Nadal wants his drug test results and blood-profile records public.