After a strong showing at the Bastad final, Rafael Nadal is clearly on the comeback trail. At the Nordea Open in Bastad, Sweden, Nadal earned €51,400 from his singles run and an additional €9,600 from reaching the doubles semifinals, totaling €61,000 in prize money.
Singles Journey
This was Nadal’s first tournament since his early exit from the French Open and he came back with a bang. Using a protected ranking to enter, he impressively knocked out players like Leo Borg and Cameron Norrie on his way to the final. The semifinal was particularly dramatic, with Nadal coming from behind after losing the first set to defeat Mariano Navone and secure a spot in his first singles final since Wimbledon 2022.
What Happened In The Final
In the final, the 38-year-old Spaniard faced seventh seed Nuno Borges. Despite a valiant effort, Nadal lost 3-6, 2-6, marking his sixth runner-up finish at an ATP 250 event.
Doubles Endeavor
Nadal also joined forces with Casper Ruud in the men’s doubles event. They made it to the semifinals but had to withdraw to focus on Nadal’s singles final. Their run together earned them €9,600 in prize money.
Prize Pool and Tournament Overview
The Nordea Open, part of the ATP 250 series, had a total prize pool of €579,320. The singles champion took home €88,125, while the doubles-winning team received €30,610.
Nadal’s performance in Bastad is a positive sign as he continues to work his way back into top form, looking ahead to future challenges in the season.
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