Hampered by bad hip, Rafael Nadal loses at Australian Open

The defending champion, Nadal injured his left hip and lost in the second round, abruptly ending his bid for a record-extending 23rd Grand Slam trophy.

MELBOURNE, VIC — bowed his head during changeovers and rested his elbows on his knees, the very picture of resignation.

What already was a poor start to 2023, following a year marred by all manner of health issues, reached a low point at  on Wednesday.

The defending champion and No. 1 seed , Nadal injured his left hip and lost to Mackenzie McDonald 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 in the second round, abruptly ending his bid for a record-extending 23rd Grand

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