Rafael Nadal’s Comeback: A Return to His Stronghold in Barcelona

With Rafael Nadal, it is better not to rejoice too quickly. Registered in the Indian Wells table at the beginning of March, the Spaniard had to withdraw at the last minute due to a muscle injury. Present for the draw in Barcelona (April 15-21) on Saturday, the 37-year-old saw his name placed alongside that of the Italian Flavio Cobolli whom he will face in the first round of the Catalan tournament.

In one of his strongholds (12 titles), “Rafa” intends to make his return to earth. He who was unable to compete in Monte-Carlo and who has not in fact been able to compete in anything since the tournament in Brisbane last January.

“I will do everything possible to try to start the season on gravel which is my objective. I am working for that,” he announced at the end of March. Since then, videos have shown him on the ocher chaining his lasso forehands. With obviously the idea of ​​participating at least one last time at Roland Garros, his tournament.

2024-04-13 22:27:00
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