By Rafael Nadal reached his first ATP Tour final since 2022 at the Swedish Open but was defeated by Nuno Borges of Portugal in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2. The match took place in Bastad, where Borges delivered a solid performance, breaking Nadal’s serve five times. This victory marked Borges’ first ATP Tour title, and he expressed his emotions, saying, “I was wishing for this moment for a while already.”
Nadal, who has been recovering from hip and abdominal injuries over the past 18 months, participated in this clay-court event to prepare for the Olympic Games at Roland Garros. The 38-year-old chose not to compete at Wimbledon this year to avoid the risk of injury from switching surfaces.
In other tennis news, Matteo Berrettini won the Swiss Open final with a 6-3, 6-1 victory over Quentin Halys. Berrettini, who defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in the semifinals, secured his second ATP Tour title of the season.
At the Hamburg Open, Arthur Fils claimed his second ATP-level title by defeating Alexander Zverev in a dramatic match that ended 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (7). The 20-year-old Fils saved 21 of 22 break points and overcame a tense moment with Zverev during the final set.
Overall, the weekend showcased impressive performances from rising stars and seasoned players alike, highlighting the competitive spirit in the world of tennis.
