Rafa Nadal wins again. After the victory against Thiemthe first after a long year of absence, the Spaniard also surpasses the Australian Jason Kubler in the second round of the ATP 250 in Brisbane. Nadal flies to quarter finalswhere he will challenge Thompson: Relive the live broadcast.
11:50
Djokovic leaves everyone speechless
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11:40
Musetti eliminated at the ATP 250 in Hong Kong
The other tournament that is being played together with those in Brisbane is l’ATP 250 in Hong Kongwhere he was Lorenzo Musetti eliminated. READ EVERYTHING
11:30
Djokovic mystery, the cryptic phrase on the wrist
While Nadal’s condition after returning from injury transmits optimismthere is anxiety on the conditions of Djokovic for its wrist problem. READ EVERYTHING
11:23
Nadal unplayable: cancels all breaks!
One-sided game, with Kubler who had four break points available: all four were cancelled by Nadal, who always maintained his lead.
11:17
Nadal, the level rises: in the quarterfinals against Thompson
The Spaniard will challenge the number 43 in the world, another Australian. The challenge between Nadal and Thompson sees two previous onesboth in favor of the Spanish.
11:14
Nadal: “I need more matches to get back into shape”
“I think I played well from the start, I had seen some videos of Kubler before the match and I adapted to his style. Winning two matches after such a long period of absence is extraordinary, let’s see what happens tomorrow. I need more match to get back in full shape. I’ve trained a lot but it’s always better to play. Every day I have the chance to play is a great day. I keep working, let’s see what happens. Toilet break? I had to change everything, it’s very humid here. I was too slow, I thought I got there in time (laughs).”
11:10
Nadal dominates, now it’s Thompson’s turn
The Spanish domina and closes the match in two sets after an hour and a quarter of play. Another great performance, which indicates his excellent form at the moment. He will challenge in the quarterfinals Jordan Thompson.
11:07
Nadal wins and flies to the quarterfinals! Kubler knocked out in two sets
Rafa Nadal dominates in the second round of the ATP Brisbane: Kubler is forced to surrender after two sets with a score of 6-1, 6-2.
11:02
Nadal’s dominance: break at 5-2!
We are approaching the fine del match: another break from the Spaniard, who comes back from Kubler and will now serve to win the match.
10:57
Nadal holds the lead, 4-2
Another break attempt by Kubler fails, with Nadal who stays ahead and is close to closing the match.
10:52
Kubler doesn’t give up, 3-2
The Australian remains in the wake, who needs a break to equalize.
10:49
Nadal ahead, 3-1
The Spaniard cancels two break points and maintains his lead over Kubler.
10:41
Kubler reaction, 2-1
Zero service of the home favorite, who shortens the distances. Excellent defense by Kubler, definitely more in the game than in the first set.
10:39
Nadal again, 2-0
The Spaniard holds serve and takes the second game. Kubler tries, but Nadal is unplayable.
10:34
Nadal immediately breaks to zero
Nadal’s dominance restarts: break immediately without conceding a single point.
10:32
Warning for Nadal after the toilet break
Nadal takes advantage of his toilet breakbut returns after the clock runs out receiving a warning.
10:25
Nadal wins the first set!
Kubler at 40-0 in the last set, but Nadal cancels three break points and he also takes the seventh and final game, closing the first set on 6-1. There has been no match so far, with the Spaniard in total dominance.
10:18
Kubler avoids the 6-0
First game won by the home favourite, who holds serve and takes the first set to 5-1.
10:15
Medical timeout per Kubler
Kubler seems not to be in the best condition, complaining of problems on the forearm.
10:10
Nadal Dominance, 5-0
The Spaniard is still serving: there is no game in Brisbanewith Kubler showing a timid reaction but having to face a Nadal in great form.
10:06
Nadal show, break e 4-0
Kubler reaction, which reaches three times the palla game. Nadal, however, holds up and despite some initial errors he does cancel and then closes with a incredible back and with a veronica for his second break.
9:52
There is no match, Nadal at 3-0
Zero service for the Spaniard, who reaches altitude three needles. He has conceded only one point so far in the first game with a double fault.
9:50
Nadal unplayable: immediate break!
At this stage Kubler can do nothing against the Spaniard: break a zero per Nadalwhich moves forward immediately.
9:47
Nadal holds serve, 1-0
Excellent first game for the Spaniard, who give only one point.
9:44
Nadal-Kubler, let’s begin!
The challenge between begins Nadal and Kubler: The Australian wins the toss and chooses to receive.
9:42
Nadal-Kubler, no precedent between the two
There is not no precedent between the two challengers. Clearly the favorite is Nadalcurrently number 672 in the ranking (virtually 541).
9:40
Nadal on the court, ovation from the public
On the pitch for the warm-up Nadal and Kubler: ovation from the public for the home favorite and especially for the Spaniard.
9:29
Kubler challenges Nadal: his story is dramatic
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9:17
Brisbane, avanti Dimitrov
Waiting for Nadal in Brisbane the Australians Hijikata (beaten Machac) and Thompson qualified for the quarterfinals (due to Humbert’s withdrawal) and the Bulgarian Dimitrov (overtaking Altmaier).
9:13
Brisbane, Arnaldi in the quarter-finals
Who has already reached the quarterfinals is Matteo Arnaldiwho beat the Slovak Lukas Klein, world number 170, with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 7-5. READ EVERYTHING
8:54
Nadal beats Thiem, all images
The Spaniard wins his first match after a year’s absence in two sets: all photos.
Nadal, victory as champion 349 days after the last time
8:50
Nadal wins again, 349 days after the last time
There was a lot of anticipation for the Spaniard’s return to the fieldwho did not disappoint expectations: beaten in two sets Thiemhere’s how his first match after the injury went. READ EVERYTHING
8:45
Brisbane, Nadal challenges Kubler
In the second round of the ATP 250, Nadal meets Australian Kubler: A place in the quarter-finals is up for grabs.
Brisbane – Australia
2024-01-04 10:31:23
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