Australia Open 2023: Rafael Nadal loses to Mackenzie McDonald

Rafael Nadal, the Australian Open 2023's defending champion, was eliminated after losing to Mackenzie McDonald of America in straight sets.

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Midway through the second set, Nadal seemed to be injured, but he continued to play.

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Rafael Nadal defeated by Mackenzie McDonald 6-4, 6-4,7-5 at Melbourne Park

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In the following game, Nadal seemed to gently pull up as Mackenzie recovered his break advantage to make it 4-3 in the second set.

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In the second set, Nadal, who was in obvious pain from his left hip, left for an off-court medical timeout.

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