BERLIN (AP) — Rafael Nadal said Monday, April 22, he will play at the Laver Cup in Berlin in September in what may be one of the 22-time Grand Slam champion’s last tournaments. Spain's Rafael Nadal (AP) Nadal has signaled 2024 may be his last year on tour and said last week that his...
The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) unveiled its new company logo that aims to symbolize dedication to building a prosperous future for the Philippines. Inspired by the majestic Philippine Eagle, the state-run firm governing the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) said the logo embodies strength and...
BARCELONA (AP) — Rafael Nadal is “ready enough” to play on Tuesday, April 16, in what he expects to be his last Barcelona Open. Spain's Rafael Nadal (AP/File photo) Nadal on Monday confirmed his participation in his first clay-court tournament this year. “It was a positive week of training...
Rafael Nadal was drawn to face Flavio Cobolli at the Barcelona Open in what would be the Spaniard’s first clay-court appearance this year in the buildup to the French Open. Spanish tennis superstar Rafael Nadal (AP) The 22-time Grand Slam champion had hip surgery last summer and this year has...
MONACO (AP) — Rafael Nadal pulled out of the Monte Carlo Masters on Thursday, April 4, because of a lingering injury, delaying the start of his clay-court tournament preparation ahead of the French Open and extending his absence that began in January. Spain's Rafael Nadal (AP) The 37-year-old...
Several efforts have been undertaken, particularly by big businesses, as calls for inclusiveness and diversity mount not just in the global arena but locally, as well. One of the Philippine conglomerates that take to heart this effort is the SM Group, which business interests span across multiple...
PARIS (AFP) -- Rafael Nadal is set to make his return to the ATP Tour on the clay courts of Monte Carlo next month, tournament organisers announced on Tuesday, March 12. Spain's Rafael Nadal (AFP/File photo) "You never know what he's going to do, but I saw him training with his coaches on a private...
INDIAN WELLS (AFP) -- Rafael Nadal abandoned his planned ATP Tour comeback at the Indian Wells Masters on Wednesday, March 6, saying he was not ready for the demands of tournament tennis on the eve of his opening match in California. Spain's Rafael Nadal (AFP) The Spanish icon's bombshell decision...
LOS ANGELES (AFP) -- Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal warmed up for the ATP Indian Wells Masters on Sunday, March 3, with a lively exhibition in Las Vegas won by Alcaraz, 3-6, 6-4, 14-12. Carlos Alcaraz poses with the trophy at The Netflix Slam at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Sunday, March 3, in Las...
The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), an entity that manages the sovereign wealth fund, said it plans to raise $1 billion for energy projects alone by the end of the year. On the sidelines of an economic forum hosted by the German Club Manila, MIC President and Chief Executive Officer Rafael...
MADRID (AFP) -- Rafael Nadal on Wednesday, Feb. 14, was forced to shelve his plans to return to action at next week's Qatar Open, admitting he is "not ready to compete". Spain's Rafael Nadal (AFP/File photo) The 37-year-old missed most of last year with a hip injury sustained at the Australian Open...
RIYADH (AFP) -- Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal will headline a new exhibition tournament in Saudi Arabia, organizers said, as debate swirls about tennis's push into the conservative country. Serbia's Novak Djokovic (left) and Rafael Nadal of Spain (AFP/File photo) The Serb and the Spaniard, with...