VIDEO: How did he manage that? Australian ousts Nadal from the Brisbane, saving 3 match points

On the 5th of January, a quarter-final match unfolded at the hard-court ATP 250 tournament in Brisbane, Australia.

Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, succumbed to Jordan Thompson from Australia in a three-set battle.

ATP 250 Brisbane. Quarterfinals

Rafael Nadal (Spain) – Jordan Thompson (Australia) – 7:5, 6:7(6), 3:6

It's worth noting that the Spaniard failed to convert three match points in the second set.

Facing a 1-4 deficit in the third set, Nadal summoned a medical professional due to issues with his left hip. Assistance was provided to him off the court.

This marked the third encounter between the two players, and it was the first time Nadal faced defeat.

In the semifinals, Thompson is set to clash with the second seed, Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov.

Earlier, Rafael Nadal emerged victorious against Australian Jason Kubler.

Match highlights: Thompson vs. Nadal