The Spaniard, Rafael Nadal, not earned any of the Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year. But, he was not depleted and optimistic rise again in the next year.Arguably in 2015 became the worst year Nadal in the last 11 years. New in this year he did not win the title of Grand Slam.Most good pace which made 29-year-old tennis player can only get in the quarterfinals, at the Australian and French Open. In the next two Grand Slam, Wimbledon and the US, Nadal stopped in the second round and third.Whereas in the last 10 years, Nadal always able to close the year by winning one or more grand slam champion. Even in 2010, he won three Grand Slam titles, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open.Throughout 2014, Nadal was bullied back injury. Repeatedly he gave to his injury."It's a tough year for me because I played with skepticism in many
months, especially at the beginning of the year," said Nadal was quoted
as saying by Sky Sport."Now I feel much better. It's not 100 percent but is much better. I've
been getting close to 100 per cent. I also enjoyed there over the
tennis court, exercise, and competition."At
five, six, and the first seven months of this year, I felt very tired.
Every time I perform in the championship, each of my practice, something
like pushing me, nervous, worried, it could be because of injury last
year ... I suffered for several months this year."But, the last few months I've started to enjoy. I am sure I am ready
for the competition next year. I do not know if I can win a grand slam
title again. I do not know if I can do it, but I believe I can."If
it happens - I still was convinced it could happen as soon as possible
because I felt it was getting better - I would know where the level
playing my tennis," he explained.
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London - Eden Hazard performed brilliantly when Chelsea host Newcastle United . Chelsea won 3-0 on a hat -trick Hazard and climbed to the top of the standings .
In the match held at Stamford Bridge on Saturday ( 08/02/2014 ) , Chelsea six shots , where three of them on target , within the first 26 minutes .
Newcastle itself rather than not aggressive . Noted , made by Alan Pardew 's team has four Attempts , where two of them on target . However , the brilliance of Petr Cech in goal to thwart their efforts .
Chelsea were superior to 68 % ball possession in the first period of 26 minutes was finally winning by kicking directionally Eden Hazard .
Goal was preceded by the movement of Branislav Ivanovic on the right side . Defender back number 2 bait drop was then sent into the penalty box . Hazard, who ran into the box , finally grabbed the ball with right leg kick . 1-0 for Chelsea .
In the 32nd minute , Newcastle had chances through Moussa Sissoko get loose from the guard Ivanovic . However , Sissoko attempt to break into the Chelsea goalkeeper Cech still be driven to cut the rate of advancing the ball .
Instead , it was Chelsea who added advantage in the 34th minute . Starting from a quick counterattack , Hazard did pass one - two with Samuel Eto'o in the penalty box . Cooperation both were well resolved by Hazard through a flick . 2-0 .
The first half ended with a two-goal lead without reply for the hosts .
In the second half , Chelsea had a number of chances , but some of them raw in the hands of Tim Krul . The host can only add to the advantage in the 63rd minute .
Chelsea's third goal was started by Mapou Yanga - Mbiwa offense against Eto'o in the penalty box . Chelsea also get a penalty kick .
Hazard advanced into the executor was successfully outwit Krul . The Belgian midfielder scored a hat -trick , which is the first hat-trick in the Premier League .
In the remaining minutes of the game there is no additional goals , although there are some opportunities created by Chelsea , including through their new players , M. Wrong , and Demba Ba .
With this win Chelsea go top of the standings with a value of 56 . Arsenal's 1-5 defeat of Liverpool received and achieved a 0-0 draw with Norwich City, Manchester City benefit the Jose Mourinho's team .
Lineup
Chelsea : Cech , Ivanovic , David Luiz , Cahill , Azpilicueta , Lampard , Matic , Oscar , Willian ( One 77 ) , Hazard ( Schuerrle 84 ) , Eto'o ( Ba 71 ) .
Newcastle United : Krul , Williamson , Debuchy ( Yanga - Mbiwa 40 ) , Taylor , Dummett , Santon , Sissoko , Anita ( Marveaux 84 ) , Ben Arfa ( Gosling 64 ) , Ameobi , De Jong .
BILBAO - Real Madrid failed to capitalize on opportunities to displace Barcelona , Bilbao after Atlhetic arrested . Red card Cristiano Ronaldo received forced Los Blancos had to settle for sharing the numbers 1-1 .
Away to San Mames , Monday, February 3, 2014 early morning , picking three points of Madrid 's ambition to displace Barcelona from position two , and stalking city rivals Atletico Madrid who had just seized the leadership of the standings after a 4-0 win over Real Sociedad .
Cristiano Ronaldo direct threats spread when the game had just two minutes . The world's best player off hard kick which unfortunately only a thin cross on the side of the goal , despite Bilbao goalkeeper , Gorka Iraizoz dead step .
After Ronaldo opportunities , the owner of the stadium began to offset Madrid game . Through the young midfield trio of potential , Iker Muniain , Ander Herrera , and Markel Susaeta Aritz Aduriz underpinning as the spearhead , Bilbao began to actively suppress the defense of Los Blancos .
15 minutes of action runs , it looks more active Bilbao pressing the Madrid defense playing with a 4-3-3 pattern , with Ronaldo , Benzema , and Jese Rodriguez on the front lines . Several chances were created .
As happened in the 17th minute , when Aduriz receiving feedback mature Herrera . Unfortunately, the former Valencia striker 's kick was wide . Two minutes later, turn , kick off Muniain had a first-time opportunity after receiving feedback De Marcos . However , Spain 's young midfielder chose to control the ball so that the opportunity is wasted .
Overall, the first half belonged to Bilbao arguably more concrete in the construction of any attack , unlike Madrid who looks still having trouble finding the ideal rhythm and movement between the star. Score 0-0 to close the first half of the game .
In the second half , Madrid immediately kicked and success scored by Ronaldo in the 49th minute . Unfortunately, the goal was disallowed because the referee CR7 was caught offside when receiving feedback Luka Modric stomach .
Five minutes later , Benzema 's turn to have a chance . Got a wild ball hit the foot of the Marcelo kick Bilbao defender , French striker left foot off a hard shot from the side of the penalty box , but unfortunately Iraizoz was able to save his goal .
Strenuous efforts of the retainer Madrid finally paid off in the 65th minute . Trident death Madrid in action . Benzema so opening the road , with a breakthrough bait to Ronaldo who ran on the right side of defense Bilbao . The superstar was not selfish with sending a horizontal cross to the face of goal , which then struck Iraizoz Jese to find the net . Madrid lead 1-0 .
Disadvantaged , Bilbao increase the intensity of the attacks . Changes were also made coach Ernesto Valverde with Iker Muniain and enter the exciting striker Ibai Gomez . Valverde proved accurate decisions .
Not a minute entry into the field , Gomez immediately be differentiated after a loose ball utilizing volley kick header from Sergio Ramos , came rushing into the top corner , without being able to reach Diego Lopez . This goal was not only to make the position at 1-1 , but Madrid ended the clean sheet record in the last nine games in all competitions .
Tensions exploded instantly match on 73 minutes , when the Madrid attacks . Benzema dropped due to contact with Bilbao players on the edge of the penalty box . Ronaldo was trying to influence the referee blew the whistle for the violation. However , the action was just unpleasant received from Bilbao captain Carlos Gurpegi .
Argument also had occurred , until finally thank Ronaldo who feel encouraged by Gurpegi , launched a slap . Gurpegi clever use of the momentum . He fell as if he had just received a punch , slap when CR7 relatively slowly .
The incident sparked a riot in cash . Ronaldo was again involved in a confrontation with Itturaspe are trying to defend her . Both of these players had even collided head , until finally the players from both teams look clustered .
Miguel Ayza referee was forced to take a firm decision . Itturaspe given a yellow card , while Ronaldo is considered as a trigger unrest gets tougher penalties . Straight red card ! Other Madrid players try to protest that decision , but the referee did not budge and kept on his decision .
Madrid had to continue the rest of the 15 -minute match with 10 players . This condition makes Bilbao more free press . Numerous chances were they created . As in the 85th minute , Ibai Gomez returned volley kick off , but this time Lopez swiftly brushed off the ball .
Two minutes of stoppage time , Madrid continued to come under pressure . However , until the referee blew the long whistle , no additional goals are created . Score 1-1 to close the match at San Mames heat .
For Madrid , this result is a huge loss . Apart from having lost Ronaldo , they also failed to displace Barcelona from position two . Despite having the same points , 54 , El Real must accept the reality of sitting in the top three or three points adrift of Atletico Madrid who are at the top.
As for Bilbao , these results also did not change their position in the top four of the standings with 43 points , or six points ahead of Villarreal in the top five Europa League zone alias .
Teams:
Athletic Bilbao ( 4-2-3-1 ) : Iraizoz ; De Marcos / Iraola ( 58 ' ) , Gurpegui , Laporte , Balenziaga ; Iturraspe , Mikel Rico / Benat ( 87 ' ) ; Susaeta , Ander Herrera , Muniain / Ibai ( 73 ' ) ; Aduriz
Real Madrid ( 4-2-3-1 ) : Diego Lopez ; Carvajal , Pepe , Ramos , Marcelo ; Xabi Alonso , Modric ; Di Maria , Jese / Illarramendi ( 83 ' ) , Ronaldo ( red card ( 75 ' ) ; Benzema / Morata ( 87 ' )
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PARIS - Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova continued sensation in Paris WTA event by appearing as a champion . The Russians won the title after overthrowing seed , Sara Errani .
Diving final duel in Paris , Sunday, February 2 local time , Pavlyuchenkova had to deal with the third seeded Errani . He was actually the underdog because only world ranked 26th , while his opponent , Errani ranks seventh in the world rankings issued by the WTA .
In the first set , the above prediction was proved . Errani 1-3 success menmetik remaining seven points in a row to claim the first set . The Italian is even 2-0 in the second set .
However , entering the third game , Pavlyuchenkova showed a solid performance as the display when faced fellow countryman , Mario Sharapova had better ratings than Errani ( ranked fifth ) .
Revenge in the first set is completed, after the successful Pavlyuchenkova won seven straight points to win the second set and lead 1-0 in the third set , or sets of determination .
Apiknya performance has been sustained and lead 5-3 , before finally being released Pavlyuchenkova forehand fails returned Errani . Pavlychenkova diving resounding comeback with a 3-6 , 6-2 , and 6-3 .
Paris WTA title became prime Pavlyuchenkova trophy in 2014 . In general , it is the sixth title of his career or the first since the last time the title at the Portugal Open in May 2013 .
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Barcelona coach Gerardo Martino said that Lionel Messi is now burdened with the responsibility not to score again , and the situation is favorable for the Blaugrana .
Messi before Barcelona footstool to break the opponent's goal , and has scored 96 goals in the previous two seasons .
But Martino far happy with the performance of the other strikers are shown , such as Neymar , Alexis Sanchez and Pedro were able to replace that role when Messi was sidelined due to injury .
Messi has re-sod . But Martino was pleased to see the goals generated besutannya teams split evenly , so that it can reduce the pressure on Messi .
" The most important thing is no more responsibility for Messi to score goals ," said Martino told FourFourTwo .
" It happens in every team , and there are occasions where a player has more responsibility in front of goal . But now it does not exist anymore , and this is beneficial for the team . They are associated with growing their morals . "
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