ATP Barcelona: Rafael Nadal Ready to ‘Die’ for French Open in a Heart-Shattering Message Post Defeat to Alex de Minaur

While Rafael Nadal has had a victorious comeback on most occasions after injuries, this time it wasn’t meant to be. Earlier today, he bowed out of the Barcelona Open after falling against Alex de Minaur. It was a much-awaited comeback for his fans, but his early exit has left his fans worried. Nonetheless, the Spaniard is raring to go in the upcoming tournaments and made a massive revelation about his French Open chances.

After missing last year’s edition, Nadal will return to the French Open this year, in what could be his final appearance at his most successful event. As a result, he is extra determined to make it big in Paris.

Rafael Nadal will give his all at the French Open

After his defeat against de Minaur, Nadal appeared in an interview during which he was asked about his French Open chances. Although the Spaniard is short on match practice, he will certainly be the dark horse to prevail in this tournament, given his success story at the French Open.

Talking on this subject, Nadal revealed, “I will try to take one more step in Madrid, then in Rome and if, in any tournament, it is worth going out to give everything and die, it is in Paris.”

It will be music to the ears of Nadal’s fans, who have missed watching him in action during his absence due to injuries. On the other hand, with 14 titles at the tournament, Nadal has been the French Open’s most successful player ever. Famously called the ‘King Of Clay,’ the red soil courts in Paris bring the best out of him and we expect no different this time around. Moreover, ahead of this tournament, Nadal has also dropped a massive update surrounding his retirement.

Nadal reveals sensational retirement deadline

At 37, Nadal has entered the business end of his career. With major fitness concerns, his future has come into question and Nadal himself admitted that his retirement was nearing.

Talking about this, he said, “This is going to be my last year but I don’t confirm it 100%. I will go day by day. I’ll say it before Roland Garros. I give myself a few months of caution. You know that things can happen, so I can’t define things months in advance after a year without competing.” 

With retirement imminent, Nadal will love to have one last laugh before he calls time on his illustrious career. And what better place for it than the French Open?