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Rafael Nadal's 2022 campaign has ended on a losing note after Cameron Norrie posted his first win against the 22-time grand slam champion.

It's a great way to end 2022 for me." Norrie served out the set, and he was well on his way to victory after securing a break in the fifth game of the third set. Nadal unleashed a forehand winner to snare the crucial break in the sixth game and he saved a break point a short time later on the way to wrapping up the set in 52 minutes. "It was pretty crazy. Norrie started the second set strongly and Nadal was in a hole at 0-40 down on serve in the sixth game. Norrie failed to win a set in his four previous encounters against Nadal and he was thrilled to get the win.

Rafa Nadal's preparations for his Australian Open title defence got off to a wobbly start as Cameron Norrie handed him a 3-6 6-3 6-4 defeat in the United ...

"I've had a really good off season, played a lot of matches and it's been good for me. I felt like I was finding really good depth in my shots and dictated the play... "It was pretty crazy... "It was a super physical match. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story Nadal dug himself out of a hole with an ace to hold for 2-1 in the decider but surrendered his serve shortly after as world number 14 Norrie got sharper as the contest wore on and held on for the first win over the world number two in five attempts.

Rafael Nadal has ended an up-and-down 2022 with a 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 loss to Britain's Cameron Norrie at the United Cup mixed teams tournament.

I was happy with the way I was thinking in this match.” “I knew before the match that he hadn’t played in a while but with a player like him that can mean nothing,” Lehecka said. After matches completed Friday, top-ranked Greece led Group A with a 4-1 record, Switzerland heads Group B (5-0), the U.S. “I was trying to be as aggressive as I could,” Haddad Maia said. Marie Bouzkova later beat Jule Niemeier 6-2, 7-5 in the second match to give the Czechs a 2-0 lead. Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov beat David Goffin 6-4, 7-5 after Alison Van Uytvanck had a 6-1, 3-6, 6-2 win over Isabella Shinikova to give Belgium the early lead.

Rafael Nadal's new season got off to a solid enough start on Saturday night in Sydney, the 22-time major champion winning the opening set 6-3 to stretch his ...

It must be said that Norrie has been on the rise for the last two seasons and he played an extremely solid match to defeat Nadal. “Every time that I am coming to a press conference seems that I have to retire. Especially in the beginning of the season, it's important to catch these chances, because then the road is easier. “Even without being a great match for me, was not a bad match either,” he said. He was the more aggressive player, and the more opportunistic one. I think that's an advantage, especially if you win the match the way that he did.

Defending Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal goes down to Cameron Norrie, but shows his class amid a tense moment in his three-set defeat to the Briton.

It's a great way to end 2022 for me." The Briton served out the set and he was well on his way to victory after securing the break in the fifth game of the third set. "It was pretty crazy. Norrie started the second set strongly and Nadal was in a hole at 0-40 down on serve in the sixth game. He unleashed a forehand winner to snare the crucial break in the sixth game and he saved a break point a short time later on the way to wrapping up the set in 52 minutes. Norrie failed to win a set in his four previous encounters against Nadal and was thrilled to get the win.

Rafael Nadal hits a forehand for Team Spain at the United Cup on Saturday. © Tennis Australia. ATP Staff Dec 31, 2022. Spaniard reflects on opening match of ...

Nadal, who is teaming with WTA star Paula Badosa and Montreal champion [Pablo Carreno Busta](https://www.atptour.com/en/players/pablo-carreno-busta/cd85/overview), has enjoyed the experience so far. [Cameron Norrie](https://www.atptour.com/en/players/cameron-norrie/n771/overview) on Saturday, [Rafael Nadal](https://www.atptour.com/en/players/rafael-nadal/n409/overview) is looking to take the positives from his opening performance of the season at the [United Cup](https://www.atptour.com/en/scores/archive/brisbane-perth-sydney/9900/2023/results). I think there is a way to improve, but I have time before the I think that's an advantage, especially if you win the match the way that he did. 2, who won the first set in Sydney, was competing for the first time since November, when he played at the [Nitto ATP Finals](https://www.atptour.com/en/tournaments/nitto-atp-finals/605/overview) in Turin. I think he played the first match two days ago.

Rafael Nadal lost his opening match of the season Saturday in the countdown to the defence of his Australian Open title, but women's world number one Iga ...

Kazakhstan (Group B) Norway (Group E) Argentina (Group F) Borna Coric (CRO) vs. Bulgaria (Group A) Donna Vekic (CRO) vs. “I was able to show up in crucial moments. Great Britain (Group D) I feel like this is a really inspiring tournament.” Czech Republic (Group C) He saved two set points but Norrie nailed a third on his serve to level at one set-all. “I feel that representing Poland is always really special.

Rafael Nadal's quest to win back-to-back Australian Opens is off to a shaky start after a shock defeat to an opponent who, in their four previous matches, ...

It will be another very tough match and I will have to play very well to have any chance.” But don’t keep going with the retirement because I’m here to keep playing tennis.” Every match will be available live on I can do things better and I need to do it. Norrie’s win put Great Britain up 1-0 in their tie against Spain. “He’s a top player.

Rafael Nadal was in no mood to discuss his tennis future after a shock loss to Cameron Norrie at the United...

It was amazing." "It was a super physical match. I had the whole team behind me. It was a crazy atmosphere. "I had a couple of friends in the crowd. Probably had a few too many beers here and there. It was huge to get through that one and finally beat him. "Tactically, I think it was a pretty good match and I served my way out of some trouble." "Especially this team event. "When this day arrives, I'm gonna let you know guys. So a great way to end the year for me and end 2022. "I had to match his energy," Norrie said of Nadal.

World No.2 Rafael Nadal showcased his sportsmanship amid a tense moment during his shock three-set loss to Great...

It's a great way to end 2022 for me." "It was pretty crazy. "I lost my match. That's it, no?" "Tactically, I think it was a pretty good match and I served my way out of some trouble. "I can do things, of course, better, and I need to do it.

Cameron Norrie fought back from a set down to claim his first singles win over Rafael Nadal and give Great Britain a 1-0 lead in their United Cup tie ...

[News](https://www.tennis365.com/category/news/) [Tennis News](https://www.tennis365.com/category/tennis-news/) I was happy that in the important moments I was really composed.” [Australian Open](https://www.tennis365.com/category/australian-open/) [WTA Tour](https://www.tennis365.com/category/wta-tour/) I managed to stay tough in the longer rallies and embraced the situation. Him coming to the net and drop-shotting me. “I’m pretty happy with my performance,” Swiatek said.

Rafa Nadal brushed off talk of retiring anytime soon after the 22-times Grand Slam champion was stunned by Cameron Norrie in the United Cup mixed team ...

In my case, I think there's a way to improve but I have time before the Australian Open starts in two weeks. "When the day arrives, I'm going to let you know, guys. I mean, that, for the moment, isn't the case," a smiling Nadal told reporters.

Cameron Norrie sealed the biggest win of his career by defeating Rafael Nadal 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 at the United Cup in Sydney.

The Spaniard, making his first appearance since the ATP Finals in November, delivered a series of stunning passing shots, but was unable to maintain his level. I know it’s his first match of the year, but it was a sick win. Asked if it was his best career win at a press conference, Norrie said: “I think it was, especially on ranking and beating a guy like Rafa as the competitor that he is.