Fans of Rafael Nadal have been in suspense for several days and the first signs of a return of the Spaniard to the circuit. Statements from Toni Nadal and a publication from the main interested party on social networks point to a return of the Manacor Bull at the beginning of 2024 in Australia. What fuel the wildest dreams? Not really according to “Rafa”.
In an interview with Spanish media Movistar Plus, Nadal somewhat tempered his ambitions for his return: “Yes I want to play again and be competitive. But the hope is not to come back and win Roland Garros or the Australian Open, make no mistake. I am very aware that at this time in my life, all that is far away now. Although I’m not saying it’s impossible because ultimately everything in sport can change very quickly.”
If he does not want to aim too high, the Spaniard does not completely close the door to a potential exploit the following year. “The 2024 Olympic Games could be a great end to my career if I feel good. But my program could change if I feel I have a chance to win Roland Garros again.” The 2024 season could therefore not be the last of Rafa’s career. With a lot of maybes in all these statements.
Now aged 37, Rafael Nadal has fallen to 239th in the world. He has been away from the circuit since January 2023 and should therefore return a year later, to Australia.
2023-09-18 20:05:45
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