Rafael Nadal discusses his future plans as he prepares for his final appearance at the Roland Garros tournament. The Spanish tennis icon has been recovering from a hip injury following an impressive comeback at the Brisbane International tournament. However, the anticipation surrounding his return was dampened when the 22-time Grand Slam champion announced his decision to skip the upcoming Doha Open. Nadal was expected to make a strong showing at the Australian Open, but recurring injuries prevented his participation in the first major tournament of the year. During a recent interview with Angel Garcia on Cope’s El Partidazo, Nadal was asked about his future plans. He expressed his belief that 2024 would likely be his final year and discussed his desire to have one last memorable performance at his favorite competition, the French Open, where he has dominated for the past two decades, winning 13 titles. Nadal also emphasized the importance of taking his preparations seriously and ensuring his safety as he gears up for the clay court season. While he stated that this would be his last year, he acknowledged that he couldn’t make a definitive confirmation at this point and would take things day by day. He plans to make a final announcement before the Roland Garros tournament after exercising caution for a few months. Nadal also mentioned that unforeseen circumstances can arise, so he prefers not to make long-term commitments after a year without competition. In addition to discussing his tennis career, Nadal revealed that he has been enjoying his time away from the court. Having undergone multiple surgeries in recent months, he has developed a keen interest in football and remains a devoted supporter of his childhood club. In a recent interview, Nadal openly expressed his desire for Real Madrid to continue their legacy and strengthen their squad. He specifically mentioned his admiration for Kylian Mbappe and expressed his hope to see the young talent donning the white shirt alongside players like Vinicius and Jude Bellingham. Nadal also expressed his satisfaction with the contract renewal of coach Carlo Ancelotti.
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