The legend announced his withdrawal from the Monaco Masters 1000 and sows more and more doubts about his future on the court. In a dramatic message, the Mallorcan confessed his feelings after this new physical situation.
Rafael Nadal is experiencing the most delicate moment of his career. A few months after turning 38, the tennis legend is experiencing a nightmare in his impatience to return to the courts. and at least be able to say goodbye to his award-winning career on the field. After starting the year in Brisbane, where he reached the quarter-finals, an injury prevented him from playing at the Australian Open or the United States Masters 1000. His return was expected in Monte-Carlo, but it will not be possible.
With a sad message, the Mallorcan announced his retirement from the Monegasque competition and brought even more uncertainty to the future. “Hello everyone! These are difficult times for me sportingly. Unfortunately I inform you that I will not play in Monte Carlo. My body just won’t let me. » he began by emphasizing on his social networks.
In this sense, his words became dramatic, as he later added that his present was dark. “And although I continue to work and do my best every day in the hope of being able to participate in tournaments that have been very important to me, the reality is that today I cannot” he admitted.
Finally, he expressed that he did not lose hope of being able to recover. “I have no choice but to accept the situation and try to look towards the immediate future while maintaining hope and the desire to give myself the opportunity for things to improve. A big hug to everyone and thank you for your love and support always! “, he concluded.
Uncertain future
“At the moment I am not ready to compete at the highest level in five-set matches. I’m going back to Spain to see my doctor, get treatment and rest. I have worked very hard all year for this comeback and, as I have always mentioned, my goal is to be at my best level in three months. ” Nadal said in January after suffering a tear.
After giving himself time to recover from his psoas and hip injuries, The big goal of the manacorí was to be in great shape for the start of the clay court season, with the aim of participating in Roland Garros, between May 26 and June 9, and in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which will take place will take place in the same venue. .
Unfortunately, Rafa’s physical complications are becoming more and more complex to achieve this goal. His last activity was an exhibition for Netflix with Carlos Alcaraz, in Las Vegas, where he showed a good level. After that, he announced his retirement from Indian Wells and Miami.
Source: Latercera
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