Rafael Nadal vs Andy Murray at ATP Doha? Bring It On, Says Tim Henman

Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal were two players who used to be fierce rivals during their primes. As Murray’s performance gradually diminished due to constant injuries, he couldn’t face Rafa on the same stage for a long time. Interestingly, a former British tennis player, Tim Henman, feels that he would ‘certainly sign up’ to watch Nadal and Murray compete against each other again.

Murray and Rafa have faced each other 24 times on court. Nadal leads their head-to-head with 17 wins. Both have shown us great performances over the years, and Henman is eager to watch their match again.

British legend wants Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal to battle again

Tim Henman is a former British player who became a commentator for the BBC and a member of the All England Lawn Tennis Club board. Henman uses his expertise in tennis to share and provide coverage and to ensure that the AELTC works properly. In an interview with Metro UK, Henman said that he wants to watch the King of Clay play against the Muzzcat for the 25th time.

“We would love that,” former British No.1 Henman said. “To see them both healthy and back on the court… I’ve got to say, Rafa’s level in Brisbane was impressive. Having not played for a whole year and then to come back and play like that. He lost a really tight one against Jordan Thompson and then had a bit of a setback.”

“We’ve been blessed with so many great rivalries in the sport. Murray and Nadal, I can’t remember how many times they have played, but I would certainly sign up to see them play one more time!” Henman added.

Both players are aiming to return to Doha but will not be seeded. Hence, the chances of them playing against each other are high. Rafa’s performance, before he was injured again, showed great improvement in the Brisbane International. Murray, however, has hit a wall.

Fans ask Murray to hang the racket

Murray recently signed up for the Open 13, an ATP 250 event in France. He faced Tomas Machac in the first round and lost in straight sets. After the match, Murray said he might not resign from playing in Challenger tournaments. Hearing his words after the match, many fans said that he should give up playing tennis and retire.