Rafael Nadal said Monday he has tested positive for Covid-19 on his return to Spain from Abu Dhabi where he took part in an exhibition tournament last week. "I am going through some unpleasant moments but I trust that I will improve little by little.

Tennis star Rafael Nadal tests positive for COVID-19 after Abu Dhabi event

33-year-old Rafael Nadal says he is surprised to be at the summit of the men's game given his long and varied history of injuries. Also Read: Australian Open: Nadal, Federer pledge A$250,000 towards bushfire relief Enjoying a rare period of full fitness, Nadal is bidding for his second title in his 15th appearance at Melbourne Park, as well as the added carrot of matching Roger Federer's all-time record of 20 Grand Slam titles.

Rafael Nadal surprised to still be on top of the game

Tennis giant Rafael Nadal once again became the number one ranked tennis player after he dethroned his rival Novak Djokovic. The Serbian could not hold the top spot despite winning his fifth Paris Masters title on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal once again claims No 1 spot in rankings, Novak Djokovic slips