Nadal limps out of Australian Open

Rafael Nadal’s bid to land the “Rafa Slam” ended in frustration today as injury contributed to his exit from the Australian Open for the second successive year.

Nadal injured his left hamstring early in his last-eight clash with David Ferrer and his Spanish compatriot took full advantage to go through 6-4 6-2 6-3 and secure a semi-final spot against Andy Murray.