Rafael Nadal has won the US Open after coming out on top in a marathon final against Russia's Daniil Medvedev.
The Spaniard claimed his 19th Grand Slam title in the epic five-setter at Flushing Meadows, which went on for four hours and 50 minutes.
In the end he won 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 in front of a buzzing crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
It's also his fourth US Open title.
Nadal is now one Grand Slam win away from equalling Roger Federer's all-time major record of 20 titles.
Thrilling start to Dubai Racing Carnival
The Dubai Racing Carnival got underway on Friday evening at Meydan Racecourse, featuring over 70 horses across seven races with a total prize purse of AED 1.33 million.
Aaron Rai, Tommy Fleetwood share halfway lead in Abu Dhabi
Tommy Fleetwood and fellow Englishman Aaron Rai share the lead at the halfway stage of the 2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship after wowing the crowds at Yas Links on day two.
Sabalenka overcomes holder Gauff to reach semis of WTA Finals
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Argentina calls up Lionel Messi with Miami still in playoffs
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Five-way tie at the top after Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship first round
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The UAE has been elected Vice President of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, currently taking place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
YouTube star MrBeast is inviting content creators across the globe to share their acts of kindness and social impact on communities under the newly launched "1 Billion Acts of Kindness" campaign.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has declared 2026 as the Year of the Family, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to strong, united households as the foundation of a resilient society.
