Hubert Hurkacz defeated Rafael Nadal with scores of 6-1, 6-3 at the Rome Open, marking Nadal's last appearance at this tournament. Hurkacz, who has previously defeated Roger Federer in his final Wimbledon match in 2021, now adds another significant victory by overcoming Nadal, a 10-time champion at the Rome Open. This victory not only signifies Hurkacz's first win in Rome in four years but also ends his four-match losing streak at the event. Nadal's departure raises questions about his participation in upcoming tournaments, notably in Paris.
DID YOU KNOW❓ With his 6-1 6-3 victory over Nadal today, 🇵🇱 @HubertHurkacz has now beaten Federer in straight sets on grass ('21 Wimbledon) AND Nadal in straight sets on clay ('24 Rome). 💥 Hurkacz is just the second man EVER to achieve that incredible feat, after Andy Murray:
Nothing but respect for Rafa 🥹 Some beautiful words from @HubertHurkacz ❤️ @InteBNLdItalia | #IBI24 https://t.co/aGZ1WzFpK3
Feelin' it in Rome ⚡️ @TommyPaul1 sees off Karatsev 6-4 6-2 and now awaits the winner of Koepfer/Tiafoe in the third round. @InteBNLdItalia | #IBI24 https://t.co/26EyRN2BXr
"He is bigger than the sport" 🤝 @HubertHurkacz on playing Nadal in Rome #IBI24 https://t.co/vBESTVyrAR
Hubi Hurkacz replacing Juan Martin Del Potro as the gentle giant legend terminator. Beat Federer in his last match at Wimbledon in 2021, beats Nadal in his last match in Rome today https://t.co/pAW2puCznR
#BREAKING Nadal knocked out of Rome Open by Hurkacz #AFPSports https://t.co/FwZ2MVJYQ3
What a performance 👏 Hubert Hurkacz def. Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-3 and earns his first win in Rome in 4 years. Hurkacz infamously defeated Federer in his final Wimbledon match in 2021. He has now defeated Nadal in Rome. #IBI24 https://t.co/k4hxjExtc1
ARRIVEDERCI RAFA 👋🇮🇹 Beaten by World No.9 Hubert Hurkacz 6-1 6-3, Rafael Nadal leaves Rome in the round 2 It was the last match in the Eternal city for 10-time Champion 🥺 https://t.co/mHb63rNZt4
Rome says farewell ❤️ #IBI24 @RafaelNadal https://t.co/cDLzhjQIcO
What a performance 👏 Hubert Hurkacz defeats Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-3 and earns his first win in Rome in 4 years. #IBI24 https://t.co/ljFmLOAyFu
A win to remember 👏 @HubertHurkacz takes out 10-time champ Nadal in the Spaniards' expected last appearance at the @InteBNLdItalia #IBI24 https://t.co/Z3q6XVsOsj
👏 HUBI POWER👏 Hurkacz ends Nadal’s time in Rome with a straight sets sensation 🔥 @InteBNLdItalia | #IBI24 https://t.co/HGXU8asRLm
Hubert Hurkacz easily beats Rafa Nadal 6-1, 6-3 to reach the 3rd round in Rome. That was tough to watch at times. And now… will Rafa play in Paris? https://t.co/LjNl4bZfkO
10 titles. 1 Rafa. @RafaelNadal bids farewell to one of his most-loved and successful events @InteBNLdItalia 💚🤍❤️ #IBI24 https://t.co/lOTQVsvkPG
Hubi Too Strong 💪 The Pole snaps his 4-match losing streak in Rome defeating 10-time champion Nadal @HubertHurkacz #IBI24 https://t.co/tuuoHLggJB
Watch second set action featuring Nadal vs. Hurkacz from Rome ⤵️⤵️⤵️ https://t.co/RKiT54FBIm