Open began, the idea that a German man named Zverev would be in the last 16 would barely have raised an eyebrow. I just try to fight even if my game is not 100 percent and it’s not this week, says Karolina Pliskova. aly hold FranceRafael Nadal to return for Spain against Germany in Davis CupRafael Nadal pulls out of Indian Wells, Miami Open with injuryWorld number one Rafa Nadal ran into a spot of bother before crushing Argentine Leonardo Mayer and booked his place in the last 16 of the U. At 30, Mischa Zverev has enjoyed a superb year, putting the gloss on a stunning rise up the rankings, from outside the top 1000 in 2015 to the verge of a place in the top 20. makes surprise return to Spain squadDavid Villa leaves Atletico Madrid after ‘irresistible’ offer by MLS sideIsco underlined the embarrassment of riches in Spain’s midfield with an irresistible performance in his side’s 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Italy on Saturday which even had opposing coach Gian Piero Ventura eating out of his hand. But no player worth his salt and professional pride would like to be a serial bench-warmer. “I don’t feel like I’m playing that good again,” said Pliskova, last year. But the Austrian flicked a switch to reel off seven straight games, taking the opener and a 3-0 lead in the second. Stroll qualified fourth in torrential rain at the Italian Grand Prix on Saturday. Both Italy and Spain had won all their group matches apart from a 1-1 draw against each other in Turin.