Rafael Nadal made a humorous remark after winning his first match in Bastad since claiming the title there 19 years ago. Nadal, who had not played in the Swedish tournament since his victory nearly two decades ago, quipped, “I’m good. I am defending the title.”
The Spanish tennis star’s comment highlights his long and illustrious career, during which he has won numerous titles and established himself as one of the greatest players in tennis history. Nadal’s return to Bastad is a nostalgic reminder of his early career achievements and a testament to his enduring talent and competitive spirit.
Despite the long gap, Nadal’s performance on the court remains exceptional, and his playful remark adds a touch of humor to his remarkable journey in the world of tennis. As he continues to compete, fans can look forward to more memorable moments from the legendary player.
Nadal in Bastad, ranking, and results in 2024
Currently the world no.261, the Spaniard has a compiled 8-5 match record in 2024. Nadal is participating in Bastad where he ousted the world no.461 Leo Borg 6-3 6-4.
Rafael Nadal will take on the world no.42 Cameron Norrie in the 2nd round. Their actual record is 4-1 for Nadal.
Rafael won 92 titles in his career: 24 on hard courts, 63 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 4 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)