Alex de Minaur made Aussie tennis history with his victory over Rafael Nadal

Alex de Minaur is looking to achieve a rare feat against Rafa Nadal. Novak Djokovic has been announced as a replacement for the world No 1. Nadal has been linked with a move to play in the Australian Open this week. Click here for all the latest tennis news with our live updates.

The World No.11 became the first Aussie in history to achieve the feat. Alex de Minaur is the first Australian to do so in a row. The world No. 11 is ranked No. 1 in the world and No. 2 in the Australian Open.

Rafael Nadal received a standing ovation at the Barcelona Open as he walked off the court that was named in his honour for what could be the last time. The 22-time Grand Slam winner is a 22-year-old who has won 22 Grand Slam titles. Alex De Minaur makes Aussie tennis history with his victory.

Rafael Nadal’s comeback effort ends in second-round defeat by Alex de Minaur. The world No 4 seed was beaten by the Australian at the Barcelona Open. Nadal's comeback effort ended on Wednesday with a second round loss to the No four seed.

Rafael Nadal returns to action after three months out injured with a knee injury. Nadal's return comes amid huge Alex de Minaur development. The world No. 1 is expected to return to action in the coming weeks. The Spaniard has been in the spotlight since his return to tennis in September.

Novak Djokovic passes Rafa Nadal in historic scenes against Alex de Minaur. The 24-time major winner made more history in Monte Carlo with victory. Novak has won 24 grand slam titles in all competitions since 2004. Djkovic has won at least two of the past 24 grand slams in a row.