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Rafael Nadal knocked out of Australian Open

Jan 18, 2023 09:53
By radiokerrysport
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Rafael Nadal knocked out of Australian Open

Defending champion Rafael Nadal has been knocked out of the Australian Open in Melbourne.

The top seed struggled with a hip injury and was beaten in straight sets by American Mackenzie McDonald, who prevailed 6-4, 6-4, 7-5.

Third seed Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece is up against Australian Rinky Hijikata this morning, with seventh seed Daniil Medvedev to play another home favourite, John Millman.

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Two of the most promising players in the women's game meet in the second round shortly.

Seventh seed Coco Gauff goes up against former US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

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