Nadal pulls out of Monte Carlo Masters

By Reuters
April 06, 2024
Superstar Rafael Nadal can be seen in this image.—Facebook/Rafa Nadal
Superstar Rafael Nadal can be seen in this image.—Facebook/Rafa Nadal

MADRID: Rafa Nadal withdrew from the upcoming Monte Carlo Masters on Thursday, saying his body is not yet ready for competition, casting more doubt on whether the 22-times Grand Slam champion will compete at his favourite major, the French Open.

The 37-year-old Spaniard, who has said he expected to retire after the 2024 season, returned to competition in Brisbane in January, after almost a year sidelined with a hip flexor injury, but has not played an ATP event since.