Quarterfinal preview: What to watch on Day 10
An Aussie hero faces tough Czech opposition, all-Russian and all-USA clashes set to thrill and Nadal faces a Greek in form.
16 February 2021
Age
38 years
Born
Manacor, Mallorca, Spain
Height
185cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight
85kg (187 lbs)
Profile data courtesy ATP/WTA. Updated 22/11/2024
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Player & Career Overview
Career Wins 83%Turned Pro2001Playing HandLeft-handedPrize Money$134,946,100 USDCoachCarlos Moya, Marc Lopez, Gustavo MarcaccioSingles Titles92Singles Win-Loss1080-227 -
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Rafa the clairvoyant won't look past Tsitsipas
After letting the cat out of the bag over Matteo Berrettini's withdrawal, Rafael Nadal won't be taking Stefanos Tsitsipas lightly.
16 February 2021
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Match of the Day: Rafa returns to familiar territory
Rafael Nadal advanced to his seventh Australian Open quarterfinal in the past eight years by grinding down flamboyant Italian Fabio Fognini in straight sets on Monday.
15 February 2021
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Marquee men's names set to clash in loaded section
One of these men will grace the Australian Open semi-finals, but first we are set to witness two compelling fourth round battles.
15 February 2021
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Five matches to watch on Day 8 of AO2021
Fognini steps up for his biggest challenge, Barty flies the Aussie flag, and can Casper ghost into the quarterfinals?
14 February 2021
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Nadal’s Saturday surge sets up Fognini clash
No.2 seed extends lengthy dominance over left-handers to dismiss Briton Cameron Norrie, with Fabio Fognini lying in wait for round four.
13 February 2021
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Nadal passes Mmoh, collects third-round ticket
No.2 seed has the ball on a string in summary straight-sets dismissal of American qualifier Michael Mmoh on Thursday night to cruise into the third round.
12 February 2021
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Five matches to watch on Day 4 of AO 2021
Aussie cult hero faces Greek star, defending women's champ takes her turn and Coco eyes third-round glory
10 February 2021
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Parallels with Rafa mean no escape for Alcaraz
Super-talented Spanish teen joins his champion compatriot in round two. But he isn't quick to embrace the comparison.
9 February 2021
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No dramas Nadal waltzes into round two
Superstar Spaniard untroubled by Serbian opponent in match that failed to reach two hours.
9 February 2021
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Australian Open 2021 is ready to roll
Australian Open 2021 is now here, and there are an abundance of storylines to keep an eye on over the next fortnight.
8 February 2021
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‘Not a drama’: Rafa shrugs off disrupted lead-in
The 20-time major winner admits he’s entering AO 2021 with a less-than-ideal preparation, but won’t let his first-round focus waver.
7 February 2021
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AO Men's draw: Novak's rocky road, Nadal avoids danger
Defending champion cops tricky quarter of the draw, champion Spaniard avoids potential potholes and Kyrgios faces potential Thiem clash.
5 February 2021
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Chasing history: Novak's embrace of the Grand Slam race
A ninth Australian Open title at Melbourne Park in 2021 would be Novak Djokovic’s 18th Grand Slam singles crown, helping him close the gap to Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
3 February 2021
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Melbourne Summer Series: What to watch on Day 3
The biggest names in men’s and women’s tennis get their AO 2021 preparations underway in earnest on a packed Tuesday at Melbourne Park.
1 February 2021
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