RAFAEL NADAL KING OF TENNIS

2020 Australian Open QF Rafael Nadal vs. Dominic Thiem  6-7(3) 6-7(4) 6-4 6-7(6)

“I think he's playing great. He's playing with a lot of energy, aggressive, determination. Even from difficult positions, he was able to produce amazing shots,” said Nadal.

“I honestly didn't play a bad match. My attitude was great, I think, during the whole match. Good, positive, fighting spirit all the time, giving me more chances. 

“Of course, I am sad. I lost an opportunity to be in the semifinals of another Grand Slam. But I lost against a great opponent. And he deserve it, too. Well done for him.”

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