Who beat Nadal in 2009?
Who beat Nadal in 2009?
Robin Soderling
On this day, May 31, 2009, the unbelievable happened as Rafael Nadal was defeated for the first time ever at Roland-Garros, in the fourth round by Robin Soderling, whom he had destroyed just a few weeks earlier in Rome, 6-1 6-0. This was one of the biggest shocks in the tournament’s history.
Who beat Federer in 2009?
Roger Federer won two Majors in 2009, the French Open, defeating Robin Söderling in the final, and Wimbledon, defeating Andy Roddick in the final….2009 Roger Federer tennis season.
| Singles | |
|---|---|
| Season record | 61–12 (83.6%) |
| Calendar titles | 4 |
| Year-end ranking | 1 |
| Ranking change from previous year | 1 |
What happened Justine Henin?
Since her final retirement in 2011, Henin has stayed engaged with tennis through her academy and coaching, and she’s become a mother of two. She’s been working in television, as well. The Belgian was also inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2016.
Has Nadal lost at the French Open?
This run came to an end on 31 May 2009, when Nadal lost to eventual runner-up, Robin Söderling in the 4th round. This was Nadal’s first and, until 2015, only loss at the French Open.
Who has beaten Rafa at the French Open?
Novak Djokovic
The Serb’s four-set victory over the King of Clay was not only an incredible tennis match, but a pivotal moment in tennis history.
Who beats Nadal on clay?
French Open 2021 – Novak Djokovic outlasts Rafael Nadal, the king of clay, in semifinal classic. PARIS — On the sun-scorched clay courts of Roland Garros on Friday, Novak Djokovic did something only he and one other man, Robin Soderling, had ever done before: He beat Rafael Nadal.
Who won the US Open 2009?
Lucas Glover
The 2009 United States Open Championship was the 109th U.S. Open, held June 18–22 on the Black Course of Bethpage State Park on Long Island, in Farmingdale, New York. Lucas Glover won his only major title, two strokes ahead of runners-up Ricky Barnes, David Duval, and Phil Mickelson.
Why did Henin retire?
On 26 January 2011, Henin announced her definitive retirement from professional tennis, due to an exacerbation of the elbow injury she sustained the previous year at Wimbledon.
Why did Henin retire in 2008?
The Belgian’s first retirement came in 2008 while she sat atop the world of women’s tennis. She came back 20 months later and quickly reached the finals of the 2010 Australian Open. A nagging elbow injury that started in a loss last year at Wimbledon to Belgian compatriot Kim Clijsters forced Henin into retirement.
Quand a été créé le tournoi de Roland-Garros?
C’est en 1925 qu’a été créé le tournoi de Roland-Garros, le seul et unique tournoi du Grand Chelem à se jouer sur terre battue.
Qui est Gaël Monfils au tournoi de Roland-Garros?
Touché aux genoux, le Français Gaël Monfils est jusqu’au dernier moment incertain quant à sa participation à Roland-Garros, mais il s’engage finalement dans le tournoi. Roger Federer a battu Rafael Nadal (en 2 sets) aux Masters de Madrid 2009, sur terre battue, une semaine avant l’entame du tournoi de Roland-Garros.
Quelle est la reprise de Roger Federer à Roland-Garros?
Il a finalement avancé sa reprise à Roland-Garros pour le tournoi de double qu’il dispute en compagnie de Nicolas Lapentti. C’est le dernier Roland-Garros pour le Russe Marat Safin. Roger Federer remporte son premier Roland-Garros après 4 défaites consécutives contre Rafael Nadal.
Qui est le seul joueur à remporter le titre à Roland-Garros?
Si Rafael Nadal remporte le titre cette année, il devient le seul joueur de l’histoire à remporter cinq victoires consécutives à Roland Garros. Touché aux genoux, le Français Gaël Monfils est jusqu’au dernier moment incertain quant à sa participation à Roland-Garros, mais il s’engage finalement dans le tournoi.