Rafael Nadal says there is always room for improvement after opening round win

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4 years ago

May 24, 2022

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Tennis Star Rafael Nadal has secured his 299th Grand Slam Win

The 21-time Champion breezed through Jordan Thompson, 6-2, 6-2, 6-2 on his favourite surface at Roland Garros.

The win means that he’s now 18-zip in first-round matches at the French Open.

If he is successful at the tournament, he will be two Grand Slams ahead of his all-time rivals, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer.

But the 35-year-old says there is still room for improvement.

“I need to improve in every way. I need to improve my movement. At the moment, the speed of my forehand… the average speed, I think could be and should be better,” he says.

Nadal secured the Australian Open earlier this year, while Novak Djokovic was banned from the tournament.

“I am the kind of player that’s always looking for something else, looking for better things, and that’s what I am going to try to find during my practice tomorrow and in the next match,” Nadal says.

Global EV shake-up: Australia slows, China surges, Lexus teases supercar

Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.

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9 hours ago

December 8, 2025

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Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.

Australia’s electric vehicle market is facing a slowdown, with sales struggling to hit the 100,000 mark this year.

Mike Costello from Cox Automotive breaks down the key barriers slowing adoption and explains whether current growth is enough to meet the country’s climate goals.

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Lando Norris claims first F1 World Championship after dramatic Abu Dhabi showdown

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13 hours ago

December 8, 2025

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Lando Norris secures his first F1 World Championship at Abu Dhabi, becoming Britain’s 11th World Champion with 423 points.

Lando Norris has clinched his maiden Formula 1 World Championship after an electrifying finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race packed with tension, Norris held onto third place — the exact result he needed to secure the title.

His performance not only sealed his first championship but also cemented him as Britain’s 11th F1 World Champion, marking a historic moment for McLaren and the sport.

Norris closed out the season with 423 points, marking a defining milestone in his career.

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China naval activity raises tensions from Philippines to Galápagos

Rising tensions in the South China Sea prompt expert insights on regional security and global trade implications.

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13 hours ago

December 8, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Rising tensions in the South China Sea prompt expert insights on regional security and global trade implications.

Tensions in the South China Sea are rising as Chinese naval and fishing vessels are spotted near the Philippines and even as far as the Galápagos Islands. Experts warn these movements could impact regional security and international waters.

We speak with Tim Harcourt from UTS to break down the significance of these developments, including the role of Taiwan, ASEAN, and Japan in responding to Chinese maritime activity.

From potential diplomatic fallout to economic implications, this interview dives into what these naval movements mean for the future of the region and global trade.

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