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En route to the French Open later this month, the world’s best tennis players have arrived in Rome for the 2024 Italian Open. World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is back for this tournament after missing the Madrid Open, where he’ll join “King of the Clay” Rafael Nadal. However,...
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En route to the French Open later this month, the world’s best tennis players have arrived in Rome for the 2024 Italian Open. World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is back for this tournament after missing the Madrid Open, where he’ll join “King of the Clay” Rafael Nadal. However,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Oscar Hartzog
- Rollingstone.com
When The Crow emerged thirty years ago, it changed how audiences could perceive graphic novel adaptations. It was dark, gritty, violent, and well ahead of its time. On top of that, it had one of the best soundtracks of the decade. However, it also spawned some pretty bad sequels. After the release of the last one two decades ago, it seemed just as long for a remake of the original to come to fruition, with multiple actors and directors coming and going. Finally, after all that time, we got to see exactly what The Crow would look like in 2024. The reactions have been, well, let’s just say a little more less than enthused. But what if I told you there was one you probably forgot about? One that has the most bonkers casting out of the entire franchise. One that misses the mark by such a wide margin that...
- 5/7/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Goodfellas is adding a new sports-focused sales label to its growing roster of genre-based companies and themed sales strands.
Bannered Oui Michel, the label is launching with documentary Nasty, about controversial Romanian tennis legend Ilie Nastase, which makes its international premiere as a Special Screening in Cannes Official Selection this May.
Directed by Romanian filmmakers Tudor Giurgiu, Cristian Pascariu and Tudor D. Popescu, the doc focuses on the immediate aftermath of Nastase’s sudden worldwide fame when he won his first U.S. Open in 1972 and made it into the Wimbledon and Davis Cup finals that same year.
As per the official synopsis: “Nasty explores his highs and lows, the controversies that surrounded the 1973 world number one ranked player, and the enduring impact he has had on the world of tennis. Lovable, charming and generous, yet temperamental, arrogant and obscene – Nastase disrupted the sport’s antiquated etiquette with a...
Bannered Oui Michel, the label is launching with documentary Nasty, about controversial Romanian tennis legend Ilie Nastase, which makes its international premiere as a Special Screening in Cannes Official Selection this May.
Directed by Romanian filmmakers Tudor Giurgiu, Cristian Pascariu and Tudor D. Popescu, the doc focuses on the immediate aftermath of Nastase’s sudden worldwide fame when he won his first U.S. Open in 1972 and made it into the Wimbledon and Davis Cup finals that same year.
As per the official synopsis: “Nasty explores his highs and lows, the controversies that surrounded the 1973 world number one ranked player, and the enduring impact he has had on the world of tennis. Lovable, charming and generous, yet temperamental, arrogant and obscene – Nastase disrupted the sport’s antiquated etiquette with a...
- 5/6/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Manu Rios made his way to Mexico last month to attend the Platino Awards, held for the third time in 11 years at the Gran Tlachco Theater at Xcaret Park in Riviera Maya. Rios, a breakout star from the steamy Netflix series Elite, was among a long list of boldfaced names to make the trek to the starry show which honors the best in Ibero-American content across film and television.
Ahead of the ceremony, at which J.A. Bayona’s Society of the Snow swept by winning six trophies including best film, The Hollywood Reporter sat down with Rios to talk about life after Elite, meeting real-life doctors for his forthcoming medical drama Breathless and why he’s considering a move to Los Angeles — at least a temporary one.
You’re no stranger to award shows. You were nominated for a few breakthrough awards after the success of Netflix’s Elite.
Ahead of the ceremony, at which J.A. Bayona’s Society of the Snow swept by winning six trophies including best film, The Hollywood Reporter sat down with Rios to talk about life after Elite, meeting real-life doctors for his forthcoming medical drama Breathless and why he’s considering a move to Los Angeles — at least a temporary one.
You’re no stranger to award shows. You were nominated for a few breakthrough awards after the success of Netflix’s Elite.
- 5/3/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tennis fans have a lot to look forward to this week as 22-time Grand Slam champ Rafael Nadal makes his return to the courts at the 2024 Barcelona Open.
The tennis star has not played since January’s Brisbane Internaional, where Nadal suffered a muscle injury during a quarterfinal loss. Though he briefly returned to play Carlos Alcaraz in March, it was for a one-off Netflix special and not an official tour event. The so-called “Netflix Slam” was won by Alcaraz, though Nadal’s surprising competitiveness immediately had on-lookers clamoring for his comeback. This week’s tournament will mark the Spaniard’s first clay-court match since winning the French Open in 2022.
Want to watch Nadal at the Barcelona Open? Here’s what you need to know.
How to Watch Barcelona Open Tennis 2024: Dates, Channel
This year’s Barcelona Open runs from April 13 to 21 at the the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona.
The tennis star has not played since January’s Brisbane Internaional, where Nadal suffered a muscle injury during a quarterfinal loss. Though he briefly returned to play Carlos Alcaraz in March, it was for a one-off Netflix special and not an official tour event. The so-called “Netflix Slam” was won by Alcaraz, though Nadal’s surprising competitiveness immediately had on-lookers clamoring for his comeback. This week’s tournament will mark the Spaniard’s first clay-court match since winning the French Open in 2022.
Want to watch Nadal at the Barcelona Open? Here’s what you need to know.
How to Watch Barcelona Open Tennis 2024: Dates, Channel
This year’s Barcelona Open runs from April 13 to 21 at the the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona.
- 4/15/2024
- by Tim Chan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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One of the oldest and most magnificent tennis tournaments of the year kicks off this week as the world’s best tennis players head to Roquebrune-Cap-Martin for the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. Founded in 1896, the long-running tournament is the first of three Atp...
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One of the oldest and most magnificent tennis tournaments of the year kicks off this week as the world’s best tennis players head to Roquebrune-Cap-Martin for the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. Founded in 1896, the long-running tournament is the first of three Atp...
- 4/8/2024
- by Oscar Hartzog
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The 2024 BNP Paribas Open wraps up in California today as Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev clash for in the men’s singles final.
Also known as the Indian Wells Open, this year’s desert tournament started making headlines before it started with Rafael Nadal returning to the tour,...
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The 2024 BNP Paribas Open wraps up in California today as Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev clash for in the men’s singles final.
Also known as the Indian Wells Open, this year’s desert tournament started making headlines before it started with Rafael Nadal returning to the tour,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Oscar Hartzog
- Rollingstone.com
Epic Games’ Fortnite is one of the most popular titles, and it owes its popularity to its amazing gameplay and freedom of customization, not to mention that it’s free to play. The developer also brings in collaborations from time to time that have now become a big part of Fortnite.
While the crossovers have helped the game garner more players, they have also overshadowed the main gameplay that first appealed to players. A survey from developers has now been sent to players, asking them about new crossovers they would want in the game.
A Fortnite Survey Suggests New Collaborations Are on the Cards Fortnite seems to be going further away from its gameplay with more collaborations.
The latest Chapter 5 Season 2, Myths & Mortals, was released on March 8th in Fortnite and brought Greek gods with their unique powers to the game. It was also revealed that a collaboration with the Avatar: The Last Airbender sequel,...
While the crossovers have helped the game garner more players, they have also overshadowed the main gameplay that first appealed to players. A survey from developers has now been sent to players, asking them about new crossovers they would want in the game.
A Fortnite Survey Suggests New Collaborations Are on the Cards Fortnite seems to be going further away from its gameplay with more collaborations.
The latest Chapter 5 Season 2, Myths & Mortals, was released on March 8th in Fortnite and brought Greek gods with their unique powers to the game. It was also revealed that a collaboration with the Avatar: The Last Airbender sequel,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
Roger Federer — who’s about to get the sports doc treatment on Amazon — has had a busy few days in Los Angeles.
On March 10, he attended the Oscars for the second time with his wife Mirka, and afterward hit the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Two nights later, Federer and eyewear company Oliver Peoples threw a celebrity-studded dinner at Sunset Tower — attended by the likes of Trevor Noah, Sharon Stone, Edgar Ramirez, Maria Sharapova, Jay Ellis and Lindsey Vonn — to celebrate his new sunglasses line with the brand.
And while there’s no date yet set for his documentary, Federer recently saw a screening of the feature-length film, which is helmed by Oscar-winning director Asif Kapadia (Amy) and co-director Joe Sabia.
The tennis great told GQ that he was emotionally walloped by watching the doc and reliving moments that are in the film, which follows the last 12 days of his pro...
On March 10, he attended the Oscars for the second time with his wife Mirka, and afterward hit the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Two nights later, Federer and eyewear company Oliver Peoples threw a celebrity-studded dinner at Sunset Tower — attended by the likes of Trevor Noah, Sharon Stone, Edgar Ramirez, Maria Sharapova, Jay Ellis and Lindsey Vonn — to celebrate his new sunglasses line with the brand.
And while there’s no date yet set for his documentary, Federer recently saw a screening of the feature-length film, which is helmed by Oscar-winning director Asif Kapadia (Amy) and co-director Joe Sabia.
The tennis great told GQ that he was emotionally walloped by watching the doc and reliving moments that are in the film, which follows the last 12 days of his pro...
- 3/14/2024
- by Degen Pener
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A Netflix docuseries featuring the youngest No.1 player in tennis history Carlos Alcaraz will premiere in 2025.
Netflix began filming Alcaraz during The Netflix Slam, where Carlos, 20, defeated the legendary Rafael Nadal in an exciting match. Cameras will follow Carlos both on and off the court during his 2024 tennis season, bringing fans closer than ever to one of the most exciting athletes in the world.
“People are going to get to know everything you don’t see on a tennis court,” Carlos shares of the exciting new project from Morena Films. “I think it’s something very different.”
Keep reading to find out more…
Netflix has a few other sports documentary series under their belt including the Morena Films soccer docuseries La Liga, which premieres in summer 2024, as well as and other hits like Formula 1: Drive to Survive, Full Swing, NASCAR: Full Speed, Quarterback, Tour de France: Unchained, Under Pressure: The U.
Netflix began filming Alcaraz during The Netflix Slam, where Carlos, 20, defeated the legendary Rafael Nadal in an exciting match. Cameras will follow Carlos both on and off the court during his 2024 tennis season, bringing fans closer than ever to one of the most exciting athletes in the world.
“People are going to get to know everything you don’t see on a tennis court,” Carlos shares of the exciting new project from Morena Films. “I think it’s something very different.”
Keep reading to find out more…
Netflix has a few other sports documentary series under their belt including the Morena Films soccer docuseries La Liga, which premieres in summer 2024, as well as and other hits like Formula 1: Drive to Survive, Full Swing, NASCAR: Full Speed, Quarterback, Tour de France: Unchained, Under Pressure: The U.
- 3/14/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Following his appearance at The Netflix Slam, Carlos Alcaraz is expanding his relationship with the streamer.
Alcaraz, who bested Rafael Nadal in the live tennis tournament that aired earlier this month, is the subject of an eponymous docuseries about the 2024 tennis season.
It comes after the Spaniard, who just reached the quarter finals of Indian Wells, created buzz that he was involved further with Netflix after writing Tudum – Netflix’s catchphrase – on a camera after his victory against Fábián Marozsán in the round of 16 at the BNP Paribas Open.
The docuseries comes after it emerged that Netflix had canceled its last tennis docuseries, Break Point, after two seasons.
Filming for Alcaraz started during The Netflix Slam and the series will look at his career on and off the court over the 2024 season.
It will be produced by Spanish production company Morena Films, which is behind Netflix’s upcoming soccer docuseries La Liga.
Alcaraz, who bested Rafael Nadal in the live tennis tournament that aired earlier this month, is the subject of an eponymous docuseries about the 2024 tennis season.
It comes after the Spaniard, who just reached the quarter finals of Indian Wells, created buzz that he was involved further with Netflix after writing Tudum – Netflix’s catchphrase – on a camera after his victory against Fábián Marozsán in the round of 16 at the BNP Paribas Open.
The docuseries comes after it emerged that Netflix had canceled its last tennis docuseries, Break Point, after two seasons.
Filming for Alcaraz started during The Netflix Slam and the series will look at his career on and off the court over the 2024 season.
It will be produced by Spanish production company Morena Films, which is behind Netflix’s upcoming soccer docuseries La Liga.
- 3/14/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
If you caught Carlos Alcaraz’s win against tennis legend Rafael Nadal at The Netflix Slam, prepare yourself for another exciting serve. Alcaraz, the Docuseries will premiere in 2025, taking fans inside the career of the youngest No. 1 player in the history of international tennis.
The doc series from Morena Films began filming during The Netflix Slam and will follow Alcaraz both on and off the court during his 2024 season, bringing fans closer than ever to one of the most exciting athletes in the sport.
“People are going to get to know everything you don’t see on a tennis court,” Alcaraz told Netflix. “I think it’s something very different.”
Alcaraz, the Docuseries will premiere on Netflix as part of its growing roster of sports documentary series, including the Morena Films soccer docuseries La Liga,which premieres in summer 2024, as well as Formula 1: Drive to Survive, Full Swing, Quarterback,...
The doc series from Morena Films began filming during The Netflix Slam and will follow Alcaraz both on and off the court during his 2024 season, bringing fans closer than ever to one of the most exciting athletes in the sport.
“People are going to get to know everything you don’t see on a tennis court,” Alcaraz told Netflix. “I think it’s something very different.”
Alcaraz, the Docuseries will premiere on Netflix as part of its growing roster of sports documentary series, including the Morena Films soccer docuseries La Liga,which premieres in summer 2024, as well as Formula 1: Drive to Survive, Full Swing, Quarterback,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Amanda Richards
- Tudum - Netflix
Jake Paul is getting back in the ring to take on an opponent who will be 58 years old at the time of the fight. But Paul’s opponent isn’t an ordinary fiftysomething: Boxing legend Mike Tyson will do battle against “The Problem Child” in a spectacle that will be broadcast live on Netflix.
The bout is scheduled for July 20, with AT&T Stadium (the home of the Dallas Cowboys) serving as the host venue. Netflix partnered with Most Valuable Promotions to put on the event, which could draw a live, in-person audience of up to 80,000 attendees.
The combatants took opposite paths to their upcoming clash. Paul is a social media star who magnified the influencer boxing trend after a series of strong performances in the ring. His only loss came against fellow influencer Tommy Fury. Tyson, of course, is a former heavyweight champion who claimed fame with a ferocious...
The bout is scheduled for July 20, with AT&T Stadium (the home of the Dallas Cowboys) serving as the host venue. Netflix partnered with Most Valuable Promotions to put on the event, which could draw a live, in-person audience of up to 80,000 attendees.
The combatants took opposite paths to their upcoming clash. Paul is a social media star who magnified the influencer boxing trend after a series of strong performances in the ring. His only loss came against fellow influencer Tommy Fury. Tyson, of course, is a former heavyweight champion who claimed fame with a ferocious...
- 3/8/2024
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
When Andre Agassi was rising the ranks as a professional tennis player — en route to becoming one of the greatest American men to ever hit the circuit — he often felt forced to defend his hometown of Las Vegas.
“I was born and raised here,” Agassi said last Saturday during a press conference to promote The Netflix Slam featuring superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz. “When I turned pro in 1,972 years ago, there was about 300,000 people that lived in this town. I would travel the world representing Vegas, having to answer some very basic questions such as, ‘What’s it like to live in a hotel?’ It was like, wait a second, Vegas is more than just a strip [of hotels]. To watch it evolve to a point where now we’re seeing not just sports come here, but we’re seeing the greatest environments for sports to participate in the Super Bowl and Formula 1 now here.
“I was born and raised here,” Agassi said last Saturday during a press conference to promote The Netflix Slam featuring superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz. “When I turned pro in 1,972 years ago, there was about 300,000 people that lived in this town. I would travel the world representing Vegas, having to answer some very basic questions such as, ‘What’s it like to live in a hotel?’ It was like, wait a second, Vegas is more than just a strip [of hotels]. To watch it evolve to a point where now we’re seeing not just sports come here, but we’re seeing the greatest environments for sports to participate in the Super Bowl and Formula 1 now here.
- 3/8/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As the world’s largest streamer prepares to host a boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, its live sports strategy is becoming clear.
The rumors are true! Netflix is gearing up to offer its next live sporting event: a boxing match between YouTube star Jake Paul and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The fight is coming to Netflix on July 20, and it’s just the latest example of the streamer’s emerging strategy of using live sports events to promote its on-demand content.
All of Netflix’s live sports offerings thus far have been related to an on-demand title on the streamer in some way. The streamer has been connected to Formula 1 racing in the past, and has also reportedly shown interest in acquiring its own sports league. Paramount CEO Bob Bakish recently estimated that 90% of the people who come to his streamer to watch sports spend most...
The rumors are true! Netflix is gearing up to offer its next live sporting event: a boxing match between YouTube star Jake Paul and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The fight is coming to Netflix on July 20, and it’s just the latest example of the streamer’s emerging strategy of using live sports events to promote its on-demand content.
All of Netflix’s live sports offerings thus far have been related to an on-demand title on the streamer in some way. The streamer has been connected to Formula 1 racing in the past, and has also reportedly shown interest in acquiring its own sports league. Paramount CEO Bob Bakish recently estimated that 90% of the people who come to his streamer to watch sports spend most...
- 3/7/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Netflix is now getting into the ring with ESPN, Dazn and Showtime in an effort to offer content on combat sports. After the streaming giant signed a monumental deal with the WWE to have the streaming rights to WWE Raw, the entertainment platform is also now making a move to add boxing to their slate as The Hollywood Reporter reveals the streaming service is holding a “boxing mega-event” with two marquee names in the sport.
Netflix’s inaugural boxing event will feature a main bout with the former Heavyweight Champion of the World, Mike Tyson, and YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. Paul has spent his recent years crossing over into boxing and Mma, taking on other YouTube celebrities as well as pro-fighters who have long since been retired. The YouTube star’s Most Valuable Promotions will be partnering with Netflix on the boxing event, which is set to stream live on the...
Netflix’s inaugural boxing event will feature a main bout with the former Heavyweight Champion of the World, Mike Tyson, and YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. Paul has spent his recent years crossing over into boxing and Mma, taking on other YouTube celebrities as well as pro-fighters who have long since been retired. The YouTube star’s Most Valuable Promotions will be partnering with Netflix on the boxing event, which is set to stream live on the...
- 3/7/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Mike Tyson is stepping back into the boxing ring to take on YouTube personality turned pro-fighter Jake Paul, and Netflix is on board to stream the much-anticipated encounter. The fight, organized by Most Valuable Promotions (Mvp), will take place at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday, July 20, and will air live on Netflix as part of the streamer’s continued push into the sports realm. Netflix began its foray into live sports in November 2023 with the golf tournament The Netflix Cup, which saw athletes from Formula 1: Drive to Survive and golf doc series Full Swing in a match-play tournament at the 18-hole Wynn Golf Club at Wynn Las Vegas. This was followed by the tennis competition, The Netflix Slam, which aired Sunday, March 3, and saw tennis legend Rafael Nadal taking on hot newcomer Carlos Alcaraz. In addition, January saw the streamer sign a multi-year...
- 3/7/2024
- TV Insider
Netflix is getting into combat sports in a major way, picking up what it is calling a “boxing mega-event” that will see the controversial former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson face off against YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul.
Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions is partnering with Netflix on the event, which will stream live on the platform July 20 from AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
The match will be included for all Netflix subscribers (many other boxing bouts still use a pay-per-view model), though tickets will be sold to fill the 80,000-seat arena. There will also be a co-main event and undercard bouts.
“Mike Tyson is one of the biggest icons in boxing history and Jake Paul is one of the biggest disruptors in boxing history,” Gabe Spitzer, vp nonfiction sports for Netflix, said in a statement. “Saturday, July 20 will be pure drama in the ring in Texas. We are thrilled to partner with...
Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions is partnering with Netflix on the event, which will stream live on the platform July 20 from AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
The match will be included for all Netflix subscribers (many other boxing bouts still use a pay-per-view model), though tickets will be sold to fill the 80,000-seat arena. There will also be a co-main event and undercard bouts.
“Mike Tyson is one of the biggest icons in boxing history and Jake Paul is one of the biggest disruptors in boxing history,” Gabe Spitzer, vp nonfiction sports for Netflix, said in a statement. “Saturday, July 20 will be pure drama in the ring in Texas. We are thrilled to partner with...
- 3/7/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix’s move into live sports continues. The streamer is weighing in to the boxing arena with a fight between heavyweight legend Mike Tyson and upstart Jake Paul.
The streamer will air the fight, which takes place at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday July 20.
It is the company’s latest foray into the live sports field, which launched with golf tournament The Netflix Cup and continued with tennis tournament The Netflix Slam, featuring a match between Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, earlier this month.
There have been reports over the last six months that Netflix was eyeing boxing as one of its next routes into sports. Boxing has previously tended to be pay-per-view but there will be no additional cost for the fight on Netflix.
Paul started his boxing career in 2018 with a fight against Deji Olatunji and his professional debut was in 2020 against AnEsonGib.
The streamer will air the fight, which takes place at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday July 20.
It is the company’s latest foray into the live sports field, which launched with golf tournament The Netflix Cup and continued with tennis tournament The Netflix Slam, featuring a match between Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, earlier this month.
There have been reports over the last six months that Netflix was eyeing boxing as one of its next routes into sports. Boxing has previously tended to be pay-per-view but there will be no additional cost for the fight on Netflix.
Paul started his boxing career in 2018 with a fight against Deji Olatunji and his professional debut was in 2020 against AnEsonGib.
- 3/7/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix stuck the landing on a star-studded exhibition match between tennis superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz this weekend. Stakes were high on the court, but the Las Vegas showdown was most effective as a lush advertisement for the streamer as a fledgling live sports destination.
Taking over the Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena, the inaugural Netflix Slam pit legend Nadal against 20-year-old Alcaraz. Rafa, as Nadal is affectionately known to millions of global fans, had not played since a hip injury flared up in 2023. Nadal has only faced Alcaraz a handful of times in his career and wound up losing to the prodigy in a nail-biting tie break.
No one really lost, though. Least of all Netflix. Branding was so pervasive in the hotel and casino that pedestrians lined up 100 deep to take photos in front of a “Netflix Slam” sign, installed on a massive wall of tennis balls.
Taking over the Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena, the inaugural Netflix Slam pit legend Nadal against 20-year-old Alcaraz. Rafa, as Nadal is affectionately known to millions of global fans, had not played since a hip injury flared up in 2023. Nadal has only faced Alcaraz a handful of times in his career and wound up losing to the prodigy in a nail-biting tie break.
No one really lost, though. Least of all Netflix. Branding was so pervasive in the hotel and casino that pedestrians lined up 100 deep to take photos in front of a “Netflix Slam” sign, installed on a massive wall of tennis balls.
- 3/4/2024
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Attention tennis fans: This one was a major serve. On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. Pt, The Netflix Slam, hosted by MGM Resorts International,streamed live from the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas to bring together two tennis greats in a one-of-a-kind exhibition match.
The match was headlined by 22-time Grand Slam men’s singles title champion Rafael Nadal who faced off against world No. 2 (and fellow Spaniard) Carlos Alcaraz.
“I’m honored and so happy to be sharing the court with Rafa in Las Vegas,” U.S. Open and Wimbledon champion Alcaraz told Netflix before the game. “He’s an all-time great, of course, and his records and achievements speak for themselves.”
Joining the Slam for on-and off-court commentary and play-by-play were tennis greatsAndre Agassi, Andy Roddick, Jim Courier, Mary Joe Fernández, and Patrick McEnroe,as well as tennis analyst Prakash Amritrajand host Kay Adams.
The match was headlined by 22-time Grand Slam men’s singles title champion Rafael Nadal who faced off against world No. 2 (and fellow Spaniard) Carlos Alcaraz.
“I’m honored and so happy to be sharing the court with Rafa in Las Vegas,” U.S. Open and Wimbledon champion Alcaraz told Netflix before the game. “He’s an all-time great, of course, and his records and achievements speak for themselves.”
Joining the Slam for on-and off-court commentary and play-by-play were tennis greatsAndre Agassi, Andy Roddick, Jim Courier, Mary Joe Fernández, and Patrick McEnroe,as well as tennis analyst Prakash Amritrajand host Kay Adams.
- 3/4/2024
- by Amanda Richards
- Tudum - Netflix
“Ok, I can die now.”
So said a woman seated behind The Hollywood Reporter inside Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, host of the inaugural The Netflix Slam. She had just snapped a selfie that captured superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz warming up on center court over her shoulder. Sure, it was a dramatic statement but it wasn’t obscene for such an occasion. There’s no shortage of gasp-worthy moments in Sin City, and there’s no doubt many of the 9,489 seated guests could relate to the sentiment.
The Sunday afternoon showdown, the latest in Netflix’s push for live streaming events, pitted two superstar Spaniards in an exhibition match that could be one of the final few times they meet across a net. The fact that it happened was a bit of a coup, too, as it was rescheduled last year due to Nadal...
So said a woman seated behind The Hollywood Reporter inside Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, host of the inaugural The Netflix Slam. She had just snapped a selfie that captured superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz warming up on center court over her shoulder. Sure, it was a dramatic statement but it wasn’t obscene for such an occasion. There’s no shortage of gasp-worthy moments in Sin City, and there’s no doubt many of the 9,489 seated guests could relate to the sentiment.
The Sunday afternoon showdown, the latest in Netflix’s push for live streaming events, pitted two superstar Spaniards in an exhibition match that could be one of the final few times they meet across a net. The fact that it happened was a bit of a coup, too, as it was rescheduled last year due to Nadal...
- 3/4/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rafael Nadal is one of the most famous and successful tennis players in the world as his name is frequently mentioned with other greats like Novak Djokovic and the now-retired Roger Federer. But even though the King of Clay is a public and popular figure, not a ton is known about his life off the court.
Since 2019, Nadal has been married to Maria Francisca “Xisca” Perello. The athlete has been careful over the years of how much information he divulges about his wife because she is a very private person. However, there are a few details we know about Perello and her relationship with Nadal including what their age difference is, when they started dating, and how many children they have together.
Nadal and Perello’s age difference Rafal Nadal poses with his wife Xisca Perello for the official wedding portraits | Fundacion Rafa Nadal via Getty Images
Perello was born...
Since 2019, Nadal has been married to Maria Francisca “Xisca” Perello. The athlete has been careful over the years of how much information he divulges about his wife because she is a very private person. However, there are a few details we know about Perello and her relationship with Nadal including what their age difference is, when they started dating, and how many children they have together.
Nadal and Perello’s age difference Rafal Nadal poses with his wife Xisca Perello for the official wedding portraits | Fundacion Rafa Nadal via Getty Images
Perello was born...
- 3/3/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Two of the world’s greatest tennis players, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, compete against each other in The Netflix Slam, an exhibition match at the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Nadal and Alcaraz, both from Spain, face off on Sunday, March 3, at 3:30/2:30a c, streaming live on Netflix. Nadal, winner of 22 Grand Slam singles titles, missed the Australian Open in January due to injury. The Netflix event, while just an exhibition, is expected to be a warm-up for his return to real competition at the Indian Wells Open next week. Alcaraz, the world’s No. 2 ranked men’s player, won the US Open in 2022 and is reigning Wimbledon champion. Alcaraz and Nadal have played against each other three times in competition, with Nadal holding a 2-1 lead in their series. “I’m honored and so happy to be sharing the...
- 2/29/2024
- TV Insider
Leaping from the slightly longer February into March, Netflix is welcoming in the new month with big series premieres, special live events, comedy specials, and films to binge at any time!
Coming to the streamer this month, “Girls5eva” will also make its debut after being rescued by the streamer from Peacock cancelation. Both existing seasons of the hit comedy and the all-new third season will premiere on the platform mid-month. Plus, wind down and whet your appetite with new seasons of the hit competition series “Blown Away” and “Is It Cake?,” premiering on March 8 and 29, respectively.
Maybe Netflix’s biggest premiere this month, though, is the highly anticipated limited series adaptation of Cixin Liu’s internationally celebrated “The Three-Body Problem” trilogy from David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo. Benedict Wong, Jess Hong, John Bradley, Sir Jonathan Pryce, Liam Cunningham, and more lead the cast of the sci-fi drama, which...
Coming to the streamer this month, “Girls5eva” will also make its debut after being rescued by the streamer from Peacock cancelation. Both existing seasons of the hit comedy and the all-new third season will premiere on the platform mid-month. Plus, wind down and whet your appetite with new seasons of the hit competition series “Blown Away” and “Is It Cake?,” premiering on March 8 and 29, respectively.
Maybe Netflix’s biggest premiere this month, though, is the highly anticipated limited series adaptation of Cixin Liu’s internationally celebrated “The Three-Body Problem” trilogy from David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo. Benedict Wong, Jess Hong, John Bradley, Sir Jonathan Pryce, Liam Cunningham, and more lead the cast of the sci-fi drama, which...
- 2/28/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” Comes to Max
Following its December theatrical premiere, the recent DC blockbuster “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” will make its streaming debut on Max this month!
James Wan returns to the helm in the Jason Momoa-starrer, which sees Aquaman turn to his imprisoned brother and former King of Atlantis Orm (Patrick Wilson) and set aside their differences to save their family and the world as Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) now wields the power of the Black Trident, vowing to stop at nothing to avenge to his father’s death.
In addition to Momoa, Wilson, and Abdul-Mateen II, Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, Dolph Lundgren, Randall Park, and John Rhys-Davies also reprise their roles in the sequel with Temuera Morrison, Martin Short, Vincent Regan, Jani Zhao, Indya Moore, and others.
The film has earned $433 million at the global box office, a relatively modest sum compared to 2018’s “Aquaman,...
Following its December theatrical premiere, the recent DC blockbuster “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” will make its streaming debut on Max this month!
James Wan returns to the helm in the Jason Momoa-starrer, which sees Aquaman turn to his imprisoned brother and former King of Atlantis Orm (Patrick Wilson) and set aside their differences to save their family and the world as Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) now wields the power of the Black Trident, vowing to stop at nothing to avenge to his father’s death.
In addition to Momoa, Wilson, and Abdul-Mateen II, Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, Dolph Lundgren, Randall Park, and John Rhys-Davies also reprise their roles in the sequel with Temuera Morrison, Martin Short, Vincent Regan, Jani Zhao, Indya Moore, and others.
The film has earned $433 million at the global box office, a relatively modest sum compared to 2018’s “Aquaman,...
- 2/20/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a decade since the last film from Gore Verbinski, 2016’s A Cure for Wellness, but after being attached to a handful of projects, the director is finally looking to return. Sam Rockwell, Haley Lu Richardson, Michael Peña, Zazie Beetz, and Juno Temple are attached to star in his next feature Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, Deadline reports.
Scripted by Matthew Robinson (Love & Monsters), the action-adventure film follows “a ‘man from the future’ (Rockwell) who arrives at a diner in Los Angeles where he must recruit the precise combination of disgruntled patrons to join him on a one-night-six-block quest to save the world from the terminal threat of a rogue artificial intelligence.” With production set to kick off this year in Cape Town, South Africa, expect a 2024 release.
With production wrapping on Gladiator 2 ahead of a release this November,...
Scripted by Matthew Robinson (Love & Monsters), the action-adventure film follows “a ‘man from the future’ (Rockwell) who arrives at a diner in Los Angeles where he must recruit the precise combination of disgruntled patrons to join him on a one-night-six-block quest to save the world from the terminal threat of a rogue artificial intelligence.” With production set to kick off this year in Cape Town, South Africa, expect a 2024 release.
With production wrapping on Gladiator 2 ahead of a release this November,...
- 2/19/2024
- by Jordan Raup
- The Film Stage
Asif Kapadia has been tapped by Amazon’s Prime Video to direct a feature documentary on Roger Federer.
The Amy and Senna helmer and co-director Joe Sabia will capture Federer through the final 12 days of his celebrated pro tennis career. The documentary will exclusively stream on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
The feature film is a home video Federer never intended for public viewing, as he says goodbye to the game and his fans, according to a description. The doc will include interviews with tennis rivals and friends, including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, with Federer offering access to his sports relationships.
“Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have it later on to show my family and friends,” Federer said in a statement. In 2022, Federer announced he was retiring from professional tennis...
The Amy and Senna helmer and co-director Joe Sabia will capture Federer through the final 12 days of his celebrated pro tennis career. The documentary will exclusively stream on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
The feature film is a home video Federer never intended for public viewing, as he says goodbye to the game and his fans, according to a description. The doc will include interviews with tennis rivals and friends, including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, with Federer offering access to his sports relationships.
“Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have it later on to show my family and friends,” Federer said in a statement. In 2022, Federer announced he was retiring from professional tennis...
- 2/19/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
British filmmaker of Indian origin Asif Kapadia has been greenlit by Amazon Prime Video to do a feature-length documentary chronicling the final 12 days of tennis legend Roger Federer’s professional career, reports ‘Variety’.
The as-yet-untitled documentary was originally planned as a home video never intended for public viewing.
Featuring interviews from Federer’s rivals and friends, notably Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, the documentary captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, “as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades,” a Prime Video press statement said, according to ‘Variety’.
Kapadia, an Oscar and BAFTA winner for his celebrated Amy Winehouse documentary ‘Amy’ (2015), has won BAFTAs for his biographical documentaries on car racing champion Ayrton Senna (‘Senna’; 2010) and the Argentine football legend Diego Maradona (2019).
His debut film, ‘The Warrior’ (2001), featured Irrfan Khan playing a warrior in feudal...
The as-yet-untitled documentary was originally planned as a home video never intended for public viewing.
Featuring interviews from Federer’s rivals and friends, notably Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, the documentary captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, “as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades,” a Prime Video press statement said, according to ‘Variety’.
Kapadia, an Oscar and BAFTA winner for his celebrated Amy Winehouse documentary ‘Amy’ (2015), has won BAFTAs for his biographical documentaries on car racing champion Ayrton Senna (‘Senna’; 2010) and the Argentine football legend Diego Maradona (2019).
His debut film, ‘The Warrior’ (2001), featured Irrfan Khan playing a warrior in feudal...
- 2/19/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Prime Video has greenlit a feature documentary about tennis icon Roger Federer, to be co-directed by Amy filmmaker Asif Kapadia.
The untitled film will follow the final 12 days of Swiss tennis player Federer’s tennis career, including footage originally intended as a home video. It features interviews from tennis rivals and friends including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The film will launch exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories.
Kapadia will co-direct the film with Joe Sabia, creator of Vogue magazine’s online ’73 Questions’ series. It will be produced by Kapadia and George Chignell.
“Initially, the...
The untitled film will follow the final 12 days of Swiss tennis player Federer’s tennis career, including footage originally intended as a home video. It features interviews from tennis rivals and friends including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The film will launch exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories.
Kapadia will co-direct the film with Joe Sabia, creator of Vogue magazine’s online ’73 Questions’ series. It will be produced by Kapadia and George Chignell.
“Initially, the...
- 2/19/2024
- ScreenDaily
The last 12 days of Roger Federer’s tennis career is the subject of a new documentary, from Asif Kapadia and Joe Sabia.
The final 12 days of tennis star Roger Federer’s career will be the focus of an upcoming documentary, which is the latest such film around the life of a sports star.
Prime Video is backing the film, which is thus far untitled. It’s being directed by the mighty Asif Kapadia, along with Joe Sabia. According to the blurb, this was originally intended to be a home video that wasn’t going to be made publicly available. But Roger Federer changed his mind.
As per the official announcement of the Roger Federer film, he said that “during my career, I tended to shy away from having cameras around me and my family, especially during important moments. But I didn’t see the harm in shooting this as it...
The final 12 days of tennis star Roger Federer’s career will be the focus of an upcoming documentary, which is the latest such film around the life of a sports star.
Prime Video is backing the film, which is thus far untitled. It’s being directed by the mighty Asif Kapadia, along with Joe Sabia. According to the blurb, this was originally intended to be a home video that wasn’t going to be made publicly available. But Roger Federer changed his mind.
As per the official announcement of the Roger Federer film, he said that “during my career, I tended to shy away from having cameras around me and my family, especially during important moments. But I didn’t see the harm in shooting this as it...
- 2/19/2024
- by Simon Brew
- Film Stories
Oscar-winner Asif Kapadia is helming a Prime Video doc about the latter days of tennis legend Roger Federer’s career, which was originally intended as a home movie.
The feature-length doc will chronicle the final 12 days of the career of the man who is deemed by many to be the greatest tennis player of all time.
Amazon said the untitled doc was “originally a home video never intended for public viewing,” which “captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades.”
Federer said: “Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have it later on to show my family and friends”
He added: “During my career, I tended to shy away from having cameras around me and my family, especially during important moments.
The feature-length doc will chronicle the final 12 days of the career of the man who is deemed by many to be the greatest tennis player of all time.
Amazon said the untitled doc was “originally a home video never intended for public viewing,” which “captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades.”
Federer said: “Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have it later on to show my family and friends”
He added: “During my career, I tended to shy away from having cameras around me and my family, especially during important moments.
- 2/19/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Prime Video has greenlit a feature-length documentary chronicling the final 12 days of Roger Federer’s professional tennis career.
The as-yet-untitled documentary is described by Prime Video as “an intimate follow-along through the final 12 days of Roger Federer’s illustrious career. Originally a home video never intended for public viewing, the film captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades.” It features interviews from Federer’s rivals and friends, including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The film is directed by Asif Kapadia, Oscar and BAFTA winner for Amy Winehouse documentary “Amy” (2015), BAFTA winners “Senna” (2010) and “The Warrior” (2001) and “Diego Maradona” (2019). It is co-directed by Joe Sabia (Vogue’s “73 Questions” franchise)
“Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have...
The as-yet-untitled documentary is described by Prime Video as “an intimate follow-along through the final 12 days of Roger Federer’s illustrious career. Originally a home video never intended for public viewing, the film captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades.” It features interviews from Federer’s rivals and friends, including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The film is directed by Asif Kapadia, Oscar and BAFTA winner for Amy Winehouse documentary “Amy” (2015), BAFTA winners “Senna” (2010) and “The Warrior” (2001) and “Diego Maradona” (2019). It is co-directed by Joe Sabia (Vogue’s “73 Questions” franchise)
“Initially, the idea was to capture the final moments of my professional tennis career so that I could have...
- 2/19/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Jannik Sinner is a Grand Slam champion!
The 22-year-old Italian tennis player won his first major title, defeating Russia’s 27-year-old Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set match that lasted 3 hours 46 minutes.
This is an impressive feat for Jannik, who showed an immense amount of perseverance and battled back from two sets down. The final scoreline: 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3.
Even more impressive, Jannik overcame 10-time champion Novak Djokovic in the semifinals, 6-1, 6-2, 6-7 (8), 6-3, and only lost one set in the entire tournament.
Jannik is the first Italian to ever win the Ao singles title and the youngest champion since Novak in 2008.
This is the first final at the Australian Open since 2005 that tennis’s legendary “Big 3” didn’t compete: Novak, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. 19 years!
It’s also been an entire decade since someone outside of the “Big 3″ won Ao (Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka won...
The 22-year-old Italian tennis player won his first major title, defeating Russia’s 27-year-old Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set match that lasted 3 hours 46 minutes.
This is an impressive feat for Jannik, who showed an immense amount of perseverance and battled back from two sets down. The final scoreline: 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3.
Even more impressive, Jannik overcame 10-time champion Novak Djokovic in the semifinals, 6-1, 6-2, 6-7 (8), 6-3, and only lost one set in the entire tournament.
Jannik is the first Italian to ever win the Ao singles title and the youngest champion since Novak in 2008.
This is the first final at the Australian Open since 2005 that tennis’s legendary “Big 3” didn’t compete: Novak, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. 19 years!
It’s also been an entire decade since someone outside of the “Big 3″ won Ao (Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka won...
- 1/28/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
In a major streaming deal, WWE Monday Night Raw will leave USA Network for Netflix beginning in January 2025, with the streaming giant also set to become the home of WWE content outside of the U.S.
The deal, which a source pegs at 10 years and is valued at about $5 billion, marks a significant expansion into live events for Netflix, which will now stream Raw live every Monday night in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Latin America, 52 weeks per year, with other territories to be added over time.
Netflix will also be the exclusive home of WWE content outside of the U.S., including its live shows and premium events like Wrestlemania, as well as documentaries and original series.
Thus far, Netflix has only held occasional live events, like a Chris Rock stand-up comedy special or the ill-fated Love Is Blind reunion special.
That being said, Netflix has also...
The deal, which a source pegs at 10 years and is valued at about $5 billion, marks a significant expansion into live events for Netflix, which will now stream Raw live every Monday night in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Latin America, 52 weeks per year, with other territories to be added over time.
Netflix will also be the exclusive home of WWE content outside of the U.S., including its live shows and premium events like Wrestlemania, as well as documentaries and original series.
Thus far, Netflix has only held occasional live events, like a Chris Rock stand-up comedy special or the ill-fated Love Is Blind reunion special.
That being said, Netflix has also...
- 1/23/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Novak Djokovic is one of the most famous and successful tennis players in the world. The Serbian star began his professional career in 2003 and he’s been impressive to watch ever since. Today he holds the all-time record of men’s major singles titles.
But there comes a point in every Goat’s career when they’re asked about retiring especially after some of the other greats they competed against for so long have already called it a career. For Djokovic, those athletes are Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. In 2022, Federer announced his retirement from the sport after more than two decades. And in 2023, Nadal said that 2024 would be his final season.
Now, Djokovic is being asked about his future. Here’s what he had to say.
Novak Djokovic during the 2024 Australian Open at Melbourne Park | Daniel Pockett/Getty Images How old is Novak Djokovic?
Djokovic was born on May 22, 1987, in Belgrade,...
But there comes a point in every Goat’s career when they’re asked about retiring especially after some of the other greats they competed against for so long have already called it a career. For Djokovic, those athletes are Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. In 2022, Federer announced his retirement from the sport after more than two decades. And in 2023, Nadal said that 2024 would be his final season.
Now, Djokovic is being asked about his future. Here’s what he had to say.
Novak Djokovic during the 2024 Australian Open at Melbourne Park | Daniel Pockett/Getty Images How old is Novak Djokovic?
Djokovic was born on May 22, 1987, in Belgrade,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Andy Murray is uncertain about how much interest a farewell tour from him would generate, since his retirement is nearing.
Murray has admitted that 2024 could be his last season. He is set to turn 37 in May of this year, and it is natural that the Brit cannot definitively rule out ending his career.
The longevity of Murray's career is remarkable after his physical issues. He has played with a metal hip since 2019, with many thinking that competing with that would be impossible. However, Murray proved them wrong and has remained a strong player.
Murray enjoyed a huge amount of success before his hip issues. He is a three-time Grand Slam champion, including twice at Wimbledon. The 36-year-old also won Olympic gold twice and reached No. 1 in the world in 2016.
Yet, despite his many achievements, Murray told BBC 5 Live Sport he has doubts about whether fans would come out to see...
Murray has admitted that 2024 could be his last season. He is set to turn 37 in May of this year, and it is natural that the Brit cannot definitively rule out ending his career.
The longevity of Murray's career is remarkable after his physical issues. He has played with a metal hip since 2019, with many thinking that competing with that would be impossible. However, Murray proved them wrong and has remained a strong player.
Murray enjoyed a huge amount of success before his hip issues. He is a three-time Grand Slam champion, including twice at Wimbledon. The 36-year-old also won Olympic gold twice and reached No. 1 in the world in 2016.
Yet, despite his many achievements, Murray told BBC 5 Live Sport he has doubts about whether fans would come out to see...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Rafael Nadal shocked the tennis world when he announced his withdrawal from the 2024 Australian Open after the latest injury setback.
The 36-year-old recently returned to competitive tennis, and he played really well at the Atp 250 tournament in Brisbane, surprising many with his level. However, what looked like a miraculous comeback soon turned into another disaster.
In his quarterfinal match, Nadal didn't use any of his three match points against Jordan Thompson, and lost the match, but what worried fans even more was the fact that he required medical assistance during the match.
After the match, he admitted that he wasn't sure whether he would be able to compete at the Australian Open, as all the time, the Spaniard avoided being too optimistic.
Now, we know why, as Nadal announced his withdrawal from the 2024 Australian Open, the tournament where he played his last Grand Slam match in 2023. He announced the news on social media,...
The 36-year-old recently returned to competitive tennis, and he played really well at the Atp 250 tournament in Brisbane, surprising many with his level. However, what looked like a miraculous comeback soon turned into another disaster.
In his quarterfinal match, Nadal didn't use any of his three match points against Jordan Thompson, and lost the match, but what worried fans even more was the fact that he required medical assistance during the match.
After the match, he admitted that he wasn't sure whether he would be able to compete at the Australian Open, as all the time, the Spaniard avoided being too optimistic.
Now, we know why, as Nadal announced his withdrawal from the 2024 Australian Open, the tournament where he played his last Grand Slam match in 2023. He announced the news on social media,...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Grigor Dimitrov ended his six-year title drought after beating Holger Rune in the 2024 Brisbane International final.
The 2017 season was the best in the Bulgarian's career, and he ended it by winning the Atp Finals in November. However, since then, he did not win a single title, but now, six years and two months later, he ended the bad streak.
The Brisbane International was a tournament of comebacks when Rafael Nadal returned to tennis, and Naomi Osaka did too, but it was a tournament of comebacks also in a different way, as Dimitrov returned to the winner's circle.
In the final of the tournament, he took on Rune, who had been playing really well at the event, and even though he wanted to play Rafael Nadal in the final, his opponent proved to be more than worthy.
The first set of the final was a real drama. Both players had multiple break points,...
The 2017 season was the best in the Bulgarian's career, and he ended it by winning the Atp Finals in November. However, since then, he did not win a single title, but now, six years and two months later, he ended the bad streak.
The Brisbane International was a tournament of comebacks when Rafael Nadal returned to tennis, and Naomi Osaka did too, but it was a tournament of comebacks also in a different way, as Dimitrov returned to the winner's circle.
In the final of the tournament, he took on Rune, who had been playing really well at the event, and even though he wanted to play Rafael Nadal in the final, his opponent proved to be more than worthy.
The first set of the final was a real drama. Both players had multiple break points,...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
The 112th edition of the Australian Open is just around the corner, signifying the short offseason in tennis and how the stars of men's tennis will soon hit the courts again.
The 2024 Australian Open is the most anticipated of the lot with major talking points headlining the showpiece event that will commence on Sunday, January 14, 2024, marking the first time that the year's first Grand Slam will have a weekend start.
As is the norm, the Australian Open is played on outdoor hard courts at Melbourne Park, with a 128-player singles field expected to converge there in the early weeks of January. The entry list for the tournament has been released.
Novak Djokovic secured top seeding at the Australian Open thanks to his record-breaking 7th Atp Finals in November and will pursue a record-extending 11th title. Djokovic is not guaranteed to remain No. 1 after the tournament in Melbourne, with Carlos Alcaraz...
The 2024 Australian Open is the most anticipated of the lot with major talking points headlining the showpiece event that will commence on Sunday, January 14, 2024, marking the first time that the year's first Grand Slam will have a weekend start.
As is the norm, the Australian Open is played on outdoor hard courts at Melbourne Park, with a 128-player singles field expected to converge there in the early weeks of January. The entry list for the tournament has been released.
Novak Djokovic secured top seeding at the Australian Open thanks to his record-breaking 7th Atp Finals in November and will pursue a record-extending 11th title. Djokovic is not guaranteed to remain No. 1 after the tournament in Melbourne, with Carlos Alcaraz...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Rafael Nadal is one of the sport's comeback kings with a proud reputation for digging deep and always finding solutions on a tennis court.
However, on Friday at the Brisbane International, where he was marking his comeback from a career-threatening hip injury, he was given a taste of his own medicine, and to put it bluntly, the Spaniard certainly did not enjoy it.
Nadal's comeback at this low-key Atp 250 event to kick off the new Atp season had already exceeded expectations with rousing wins over Dominic Thiem and Jason Kubler. He wanted to garnish this fairytale run with a title, but one man did not read the script.
Australia's Jordan Thompson shocked the Spaniard, beating him at his own game in a gripping contest that lasted three hours and 24 minutes. And it had a tangible effect on Nadal's surgically repaired hip, with the Spaniard making the chilling claim that he felt some discomfort.
However, on Friday at the Brisbane International, where he was marking his comeback from a career-threatening hip injury, he was given a taste of his own medicine, and to put it bluntly, the Spaniard certainly did not enjoy it.
Nadal's comeback at this low-key Atp 250 event to kick off the new Atp season had already exceeded expectations with rousing wins over Dominic Thiem and Jason Kubler. He wanted to garnish this fairytale run with a title, but one man did not read the script.
Australia's Jordan Thompson shocked the Spaniard, beating him at his own game in a gripping contest that lasted three hours and 24 minutes. And it had a tangible effect on Nadal's surgically repaired hip, with the Spaniard making the chilling claim that he felt some discomfort.
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Novak Djokovic's preparations for the year's first Grand Slam have been far from ideal after picking up a wrist injury during Serbia's United Cup defeat to Australia.
Djokovic, who lost his long unbeaten run on Australian soil after losing to Alex de Minaur, is in a race against time to recover and spearhead his 11th title bid Down Under.
Djokovic has built an aura of invincibility at the Australian Open, and he remains upbeat about his recovery, believing it is not a major concern ahead of his title defense. Despite the injury scare, here are three reasons why Djokovic's odds are unlikely to diminish in the slightest.
3. Winning record against direct rivals
Novak Djokovic's main competition at the 2024 Australian Open will come from players ranked in the world's Top 10. Djokovic's dominance is reflected in how many times he defeated that lot in 2023. He owns a winning head-to-head record against Carlos Alcaraz,...
Djokovic, who lost his long unbeaten run on Australian soil after losing to Alex de Minaur, is in a race against time to recover and spearhead his 11th title bid Down Under.
Djokovic has built an aura of invincibility at the Australian Open, and he remains upbeat about his recovery, believing it is not a major concern ahead of his title defense. Despite the injury scare, here are three reasons why Djokovic's odds are unlikely to diminish in the slightest.
3. Winning record against direct rivals
Novak Djokovic's main competition at the 2024 Australian Open will come from players ranked in the world's Top 10. Djokovic's dominance is reflected in how many times he defeated that lot in 2023. He owns a winning head-to-head record against Carlos Alcaraz,...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Holger Rune will contest the 2024 Brisbane International final, but it won't be against Rafael Nadal like he secretly hoped for.
Holger Rune never played against Rafael Nadal, and it's certainly a dream of his to do so one day. There was a decent chance it could have happened this week at the Atp 250 tournament in Brisbane, as Nadal was looking really sharp at the start, and Rune was the top seed.
Ultimately, Rune did his part by getting there, but Nadal was beaten by Jordan Thompson, so unfortunately, the two won't meet in the final of the competition. It will be the Dane against Grigor Dimitrov which is not bad, and it's actually a very solid final match between the two top seeds.
In any case, Rune himself was a bit disappointed that he wouldn't be facing Nadal in the final because he really hoped he would. He confirmed it...
Holger Rune never played against Rafael Nadal, and it's certainly a dream of his to do so one day. There was a decent chance it could have happened this week at the Atp 250 tournament in Brisbane, as Nadal was looking really sharp at the start, and Rune was the top seed.
Ultimately, Rune did his part by getting there, but Nadal was beaten by Jordan Thompson, so unfortunately, the two won't meet in the final of the competition. It will be the Dane against Grigor Dimitrov which is not bad, and it's actually a very solid final match between the two top seeds.
In any case, Rune himself was a bit disappointed that he wouldn't be facing Nadal in the final because he really hoped he would. He confirmed it...
- 1/7/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
The draw for the 2024 Adelaide International, Atp 250 tournament, was released, and the event will run from January 8th to 13th.
As one of the last two tournaments before the 2024 Australian Open, the tournament in Adelaide offers the last chance to players to get into their peak form for the season's first Grand Slam.
One of the players that will want to do it is last year's semifinalist from Melbourne, Tommy Paul. The American is the top seed in Adelaide, and as the four top seeded players, he has a bye in the first round.
That means, the'll start the tournament in the second round, but he doesn't have much clarity about who will be his first opponent at the event either, as he'll play against one of the qualifiers.
On the opposite side of the draw is Nicolas Jarry, who will clash with Marton Fucsovics or Matteo Arnaldi, and his...
As one of the last two tournaments before the 2024 Australian Open, the tournament in Adelaide offers the last chance to players to get into their peak form for the season's first Grand Slam.
One of the players that will want to do it is last year's semifinalist from Melbourne, Tommy Paul. The American is the top seed in Adelaide, and as the four top seeded players, he has a bye in the first round.
That means, the'll start the tournament in the second round, but he doesn't have much clarity about who will be his first opponent at the event either, as he'll play against one of the qualifiers.
On the opposite side of the draw is Nicolas Jarry, who will clash with Marton Fucsovics or Matteo Arnaldi, and his...
- 1/6/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Holger Rune started 2024 on a high note by playing brilliant tennis all week long to make the Brisbane International final against Grigor Dimitrov.
Holger Rune had hoped to face Rafael Nadal in the Brisbane International final, but ultimately, it didn't work out as Nadal failed to make it out of the other side of the draw. Jordan Thompson beat him in the quarter-final, but Grigor Dimitrov will be a worthy replacement.
The Bulgarian is experiencing some of the best days of his career on a tennis court, as he's been pretty solid in the past six months. He's healthy, and when he's healthy, he can play amazing tennis, which is what happened this week at the Atp 250 event.
Head-to-head:
Rune and Dimitrov have played before, and the H2H score is 1-1. They played at Wimbledon last year, and Rune won that match while Dimitrov won the most recent one in Beijing.
Holger Rune had hoped to face Rafael Nadal in the Brisbane International final, but ultimately, it didn't work out as Nadal failed to make it out of the other side of the draw. Jordan Thompson beat him in the quarter-final, but Grigor Dimitrov will be a worthy replacement.
The Bulgarian is experiencing some of the best days of his career on a tennis court, as he's been pretty solid in the past six months. He's healthy, and when he's healthy, he can play amazing tennis, which is what happened this week at the Atp 250 event.
Head-to-head:
Rune and Dimitrov have played before, and the H2H score is 1-1. They played at Wimbledon last year, and Rune won that match while Dimitrov won the most recent one in Beijing.
- 1/6/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Matteo Berrettini looks like he may see the light of day at long last and will play his first tournament of the new season.
Berrettini, who was forced to withdraw from the Brisbane International qualifying this past weekend, has been tormented by injuries for nearly a year. He played just 26 matches last season and was forced to shut his campaign after hurting his ankle during a second-round match at the US Open.
That setback has been Berrettini's real kryptonite. He was forced to watch from the stands in Malaga as Italy won its first Davis Cup title in 47 years. Because of his limited on-court time, Berrettini's ranking has taken a sharp nosedive.
Once Italy's top-ranked Atp player, Berrettini has lost that honor to the fast-rising Jannik Sinner. The 27-year-old is hovering just inside the world's Top 100 at a low of 92. He didn't even meet the cut-off entry for the main draw in Brisbane.
Berrettini, who was forced to withdraw from the Brisbane International qualifying this past weekend, has been tormented by injuries for nearly a year. He played just 26 matches last season and was forced to shut his campaign after hurting his ankle during a second-round match at the US Open.
That setback has been Berrettini's real kryptonite. He was forced to watch from the stands in Malaga as Italy won its first Davis Cup title in 47 years. Because of his limited on-court time, Berrettini's ranking has taken a sharp nosedive.
Once Italy's top-ranked Atp player, Berrettini has lost that honor to the fast-rising Jannik Sinner. The 27-year-old is hovering just inside the world's Top 100 at a low of 92. He didn't even meet the cut-off entry for the main draw in Brisbane.
- 1/6/2024
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Dominic Thiem hasn't entered 2024 on a high note, but the Austrian got a lucky break regarding his participation at the Australian Open.
The struggles of Dominic Thiem have been real, more than real, actually. It's been basically a nightmare as he's continuously failed to reach the same kind of level he had before his wrist injury.
He's essentially struggled to keep himself in the Top 100 on the Atp Tour, as strange as that sounds. Due to his ranking plummeting because of his struggles, Thiem was facing the prospect of having to play the qualifiers for the first Grand Slam of the year.
It's a stark contrast to where his career is right now compared to a few years ago when he stood in the final and actually led 2-1 in sets against Novak Djokovic.
In any case, Thiem, much like Raducanu, won't have to play the qualifiers in the end.
The struggles of Dominic Thiem have been real, more than real, actually. It's been basically a nightmare as he's continuously failed to reach the same kind of level he had before his wrist injury.
He's essentially struggled to keep himself in the Top 100 on the Atp Tour, as strange as that sounds. Due to his ranking plummeting because of his struggles, Thiem was facing the prospect of having to play the qualifiers for the first Grand Slam of the year.
It's a stark contrast to where his career is right now compared to a few years ago when he stood in the final and actually led 2-1 in sets against Novak Djokovic.
In any case, Thiem, much like Raducanu, won't have to play the qualifiers in the end.
- 1/6/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Holger Rune is through to his ninth Atp final after beating Roman Safiullin at the 2024 Brisbane International.
It was 14th Tour-level semifinal for the young Dane, and the odds were on his side, as he won 8 of the previous 13 last four matches that he played. On the other hand, it was only fifth semifinal for his opponent, who lost three of the previous four.
However, both had great form, and fans in Brisbane expected a great match, which they got, even though it wasn't a three-set match but another two-set win for the Danish player.
Rune had a dream start into the match, breaking his opponent's serve in the very first game of the opening set, and since then, he never allowed him to think about a comeback in the opener.
The young Dane didn't offer any break points, and he even had a chance to increase his lead to two breaks.
It was 14th Tour-level semifinal for the young Dane, and the odds were on his side, as he won 8 of the previous 13 last four matches that he played. On the other hand, it was only fifth semifinal for his opponent, who lost three of the previous four.
However, both had great form, and fans in Brisbane expected a great match, which they got, even though it wasn't a three-set match but another two-set win for the Danish player.
Rune had a dream start into the match, breaking his opponent's serve in the very first game of the opening set, and since then, he never allowed him to think about a comeback in the opener.
The young Dane didn't offer any break points, and he even had a chance to increase his lead to two breaks.
- 1/6/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Rafael Nadal has provided further information about his injury setback following elimination at the 2024 Brisbane International.
Nadal had three match points in his quarter-final clash against Jordan Thompson but couldn't take advantage as the clash went to a final set. In the concluding set, the Spanish player needed a medical timeout after he felt pain in his hip - the same area he injured during the Australian Open last year.
Initially, the 22-time Grand Slam winner was cautious about the injury and explained post-match that he was going to take things day by day whilst understanding more about the setback.
However, Nadal has issued more details and said his ultimate aim is to be back to full strength in a few months.
"Yeah, is a very similar place to what happened last year, but different stuff, no? I feel more muscle. Last year was tendon. I feel the muscle tired.
Nadal had three match points in his quarter-final clash against Jordan Thompson but couldn't take advantage as the clash went to a final set. In the concluding set, the Spanish player needed a medical timeout after he felt pain in his hip - the same area he injured during the Australian Open last year.
Initially, the 22-time Grand Slam winner was cautious about the injury and explained post-match that he was going to take things day by day whilst understanding more about the setback.
However, Nadal has issued more details and said his ultimate aim is to be back to full strength in a few months.
"Yeah, is a very similar place to what happened last year, but different stuff, no? I feel more muscle. Last year was tendon. I feel the muscle tired.
- 1/6/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
Rafael Nadal's comeback at the 2024 Brisbane International has exceeded expectations, and the Spaniard is delighted with his progress.
Nadal was granted a wild card into the Atp 250 event, which marked precisely a year since he last played on tour. Having required a lengthy but successful hip surgery in order to prolong his career for at least one more season, his return has been a highly satisfying one.
Even though Nadal has dealt with a long list of injuries throughout his playing career, his absence in the past year is the longest layoff of his career, and he even lost his proud record of being ranked in the world's Top 10 for over 900 weeks.
In just his second visit to Brisbane, the 37-year-old has played with newfound confidence and verve and toppled the likes of Dominic Thiem and Jason Kubler to reach the quarterfinal stage, where he lost to Jordan Thompson.
Nadal was granted a wild card into the Atp 250 event, which marked precisely a year since he last played on tour. Having required a lengthy but successful hip surgery in order to prolong his career for at least one more season, his return has been a highly satisfying one.
Even though Nadal has dealt with a long list of injuries throughout his playing career, his absence in the past year is the longest layoff of his career, and he even lost his proud record of being ranked in the world's Top 10 for over 900 weeks.
In just his second visit to Brisbane, the 37-year-old has played with newfound confidence and verve and toppled the likes of Dominic Thiem and Jason Kubler to reach the quarterfinal stage, where he lost to Jordan Thompson.
- 1/5/2024
- Tennis-Infinity
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