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Nadal Praises Kokkinakis' Resilient Comeback After Injuries

2/23/2025

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Rafael Nadal, a titan of tennis with 22 Major titles, lauded young Australian star Thanasi Kokkinakis after their thrilling 2014 Australian Open clash. Although Kokkinakis reached a career-high of world number 65, injuries hindered his progress. He celebrated a comeback by winning his first ATP title in 2022 and the Australian Open doubles with Nick Kyrgios, and is now focused on recovery.

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Rafael Nadal, a titan of tennis with 22 Major titles, lauded young Australian star Thanasi Kokkinakis after their thrilling 2014 Australian Open clash. Although Kokkinakis reached a career-high of world number 65, injuries hindered his progress. He celebrated a comeback by winning his first ATP title in 2022 and the Australian Open doubles with Nick Kyrgios, and is now focused on recovery.