Rafael Nadal lost his first match of the new season, the Iberian was defeated in three sets by Cameron Norrie. The match was held as part of the United Cup mixed tournament.

Rafael NadalPhoto: SAEED KHAN / AFP / Profimedia

The former ATP leader started the match better and won the first set with a score of 6-3. Unmatched and still far from the pace he showed at Roland Garros or Wimbledon, Rafa lost the next two sets 6-3, 6-4.

The game ended after two hours and 45 minutes.

About the United Cup

The competition is held for the first time and takes place in Brisbane, Perth and Sydney. It is played hard and has a total prize pool of $15 million.

18 national teams are participating in the United Cup, which are divided into six groups. Five matches are played in a match between two teams: two men’s singles, two women’s singles and one mixed doubles match.

Summary of the match between Rafael Nadal and Cameron Norrie: