Rafael Nadal Confirms Barcelona Open Return After Injury Layoff
Spanish Legend Set for Clay-Court Comeback
Barcelona, Spain - March 13, 2024
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam tennis champion, has confirmed his return to competition at the upcoming Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, scheduled for April 13-21.
Nadal, who has been sidelined since January due to a hip injury, has been eagerly awaiting his return to the court. The Barcelona Open, a tournament he has won 12 times, will provide the perfect opportunity for the Spaniard to test his fitness and prepare for the upcoming clay-court season.
"I'm very excited to be back on the court and competing again," Nadal said in a statement. "The Barcelona Open is a special tournament for me, and I'm looking forward to playing in front of my home crowd again."
Nadal has been practicing on the Barcelona Open's clay courts and is confident that he is ready for competition. "I'm feeling good and my injury is behind me," Nadal added. "I'm ready to give it my all and hopefully win my 13th title in Barcelona."
The Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell will feature a star-studded lineup, including Carlos Alcaraz, Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud, and Stefanos Tsitsipas. Nadal's return to action is sure to add excitement to the tournament and provide fans with a thrilling spectacle.
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