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Rafael Nadal's Rollercoaster in Brisbane: From Triumph to Tribulation

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Rafael Nadal's journey in Brisbane went from triumph to tribulation as he faced unexpected challenges on the court. Find out the twists and turns of his comeback.

Rafael Nadal made a stunning comeback to the tennis world at the Brisbane International, showcasing fine form with an emphatic win over Jason Kubler. The Spanish tennis icon cruised into the quarterfinals with a seamless victory, leaving fans in awe. However, the tables turned when Nadal suffered a setback, losing to Jordan Thompson despite a fierce battle, including squandering three match points. The rollercoaster of emotions continued as Nadal expressed uncertainty about his Australian Open appearance due to a hip discomfort, adding a layer of unpredictability to his comeback journey.

The drama escalated as Nadal's injury scare resurfaced during the match against Thompson, raising concerns about his fitness and readiness for future competitions. Despite the setbacks, Nadal's determination and resilience shone through, showing his unwavering spirit in the face of challenges. As the tennis world eagerly awaits updates on Nadal's condition, the Australian Open hangs in the balance for the legendary player, leaving fans and experts on edge.

Elena Rybakina and Victoria Azarenka also made waves in Brisbane, securing spots in the semifinals with impressive performances. Rybakina's swift victory highlighted her dominance on the court, while Azarenka's consistent form solidified her contender status. The tournament saw unexpected upsets and thrilling matches, proving the unpredictability of tennis at the highest level.

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Rafael Nadal continues fine form on comeback with emphatic win ... (Eurosport.com)

Rafael Nadal continued his winning run on his return to tennis with an emphatic straight-sets victory over Jason Kubler at the Brisbane International.

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Rafael Nadal beats Jason Kubler in Brisbane | ATP Tour | Tennis (ATP Tour)

Rafael Nadal's ATP Tour comeback moved on seamlessly Thursday at the Brisbane International presented by Evie. where the Spaniard dismantled Australia's ...

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Tennis: Rafael Nadal overpowers Jason Kubler to reach Brisbane ... (WION)

Rafael Nadal continued his impressive comeback by overpowering wildcard Jason Kubler 6-1, 6-2 to move into the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International ...

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Rafael Nadal comeback continues with second win as he beats ... (Sky Sports)

Rafael Nadal beat Australias Jason Kubler in straight sets at Brisbane International; the 37-year-old has been out for a year after long rehabilitation from ...

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ATP roundup: Rafael Nadal reaches Brisbane quarterfinals (Reuters)

Unseeded Rafael Nadal cruised into the Brisbane International quarterfinals with a 6-1, 6-2 win Thursday against home favorite Jason Kubler of Australia.

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Elena Rybakina, Victoria Azarenka into Brisbane semifinals - ESPN (ESPN)

Elena Rybakina needed to play only seven games in her quarterfinal Friday to reach the final four at the Brisbane International, while Victoria Azarenka had ...

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Rafael Nadal loses at Brisbane International to Jordan Thompson ... (Sky Sports)

Rafael Nadal suffered defeat to Australias Jordan Thompson at Brisbane International quarter-finals after failing to take three match points; 37-year-old ...

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Rafael Nadal suffers comeback setback ahead of Australian Open in ... (Eurosport.com)

Rafael Nadal was dumped out by Jordan Thompson in an enthralling Brisbane International quarter-final.

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Nadal loses three match points and has medical break before ... (The Guardian)

Rafael Nadal missed three match points and needed a medical time-out before losing to Jordan Thompson in the Brisbane International.

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Rafael Nadal uncertain over Australian Open appearance after ... (Eurosport.com)

It was a disappointing evening for Rafael Nadal in Australia, as his run at the Brisbane International came to an end with a quarter-final defeat to Jordan ...

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Rafael Nadal squanders three match points in Brisbane ... (CNN)

Rafael Nadal's first singles competition since returning from injury ended in a riveting quarterfinal defeat against Australian Jordan Thompson at the ...

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Rafael Nadal in doubt for Australian Open after injury scare (New Zealand Herald)

An injury scare to the same hip that required career-saving surgery has left Rafael Nadal's Australian Open return up in the air. The Spanish great's...

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Australia's Jordan Thompson stuns Rafael Nadal in three-set ... (The Guardian)

Thompson saves three match ponts before taking Brisbane quarter-final, but Nadal again troubled by injury in final set.

Rafael Nadal 'Not 100% Sure Of Anything' Ahead Of Australian Open (Forbes)

Rafael Nadal entered the Brisbane International as a warm-up to the Australian Open, but after playing three matches in Brisbane the Spanish tennis legend ...

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Rafael Nadal not '100 per cent sure' about Australian Open tilt after ... (ABC News)

Having undergone hip surgery last year, Rafael Nadal admits he is "a little bit more scared than usual" after needing treatment during his shock loss to ...

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Tennis: Rafael Nadal in doubt for Australian Open after injury scare ... (Newshub)

The Spanish great's hip issue flared up during his quarter-final defeat at the Brisbane International.

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Rafael Nadal unsure of Australian Open due to hip discomfort (Reuters)

Nadal lost to Australian Jordan Thompson on Friday in the quarterfinals of the Brisbane International in a three-set marathon that lasted almost 3 1/2 hours.

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'A little bit more scared': Nadal's fresh injury reveal ahead of Aus Open (Fox Sports)

Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal admitted Friday he was “a little bit more scared than usual” after a fresh injury headache clouded his build-up to the ...

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Magic moment: Unheralded Thompson's shocking statement in ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

It could well be a victory that goes down in Australian sporting folklore. But for all the hometown euphoria, concerns emerged for champion Rafael Nadal in ...

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