Nadal carries the flame for the fading golden generation as he bids for a 23rd major title and third at Melbourne Park.
The 27-year-old was charged in July of this year concerning the alleged assault of a former partner in January 2021.
The Williams sisters have a remarkable record of winning all 14 grand slam doubles finals they had contested.
The three-time Grand Slam winner is expecting her first child and will not play in the U.S. Open starting on Monday.
The 23-time Grand Slam winner made only her second appearance of the year this week at the National Bank Open In Toronto.
He must also pay a fine of $12,000, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced on Wednesday.
The 19-year-old had lost his previous two encounters with Nadal, but he came out on top 6-2 1-6 6-3 in Friday’s match in the Spanish capital.
The Spaniard suffered a huge scare as Shapovalov roared back from two sets down before bowing out 6-3 6-4 4-6 3-6 6-3 after four taxing hours.
Konta had also missed Wimbledon and the Olympic Games, as she continues to deal with a long-term knee problem.
“I tried to play as long as I could and I’m sorry I couldn’t give you any more.”
