(VIDEO) "I appreciate the vote of confidence from the Australian Open": Rafael Nadal responds with training video amid 2024 comeback rumours
ATPWednesday, 11 October 2023 at 22:00
Rafael
Nadal confirmed via Instagram that he is training to participate in the 2024
Australian Open.
The big
news of the day for tennis fans was an interview with Craig Tiley, the director
of the Australian Open, who assured that Nadal will return to compete in the
tournament he won in 2009 and 2022.
"The
return of some of the greats, and those champions who have been off for a
couple of years," claimed Tiley.
"We
can reveal exclusively here that Rafa will be back. He's been off for most of
the year, and in talking to him over the last few days he confirmed he will be
back, which we're really excited about. That's awesome,” he added.
Following the director's statement, speculations began regarding Nadal's return, as the Spanish player had not officially confirmed anything. However, it was Nadal himself, the 22-times Grand Slam champion, who, through his social media, revealed that he was indeed planning his return to Melbourne.
“As you can
see I am practising every day and working hard to come back ASAP. I appreciate
the vote of confidence from the Australian Open”
The Rod
Laver Arena witnessed Nadal's last match when he fell in the second round to
Macenzie McDonald, ending his hopes of defending the 2022 title. The Spanish
player arrived at the tournament with injuries and eventually had to end his
season, despite his efforts to participate in the clay season.
Nadal's
remarkable achievement in 2022 allowed him to win his 21st Grand Slam at the
Australian Open, despite not being the favorite. In the final, he battled
against Daniil Medvedev and made an incredible comeback from being two sets
down to secure the title. This temporarily set him apart from Federer and
Djokovic in the race for the most Grand Slam titles, as all three of them were
tied at 20.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
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