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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 28, 2022 Spain’s Rafael Nadal celebrates winning his semi final match against Italy’s Matteo Berrettini REUTERS/Loren Elliott
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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 28, 2022 Spain’s Rafael Nadal celebrates winning his semi final match against Italy’s Matteo Berrettini REUTERS/Loren Elliott
The withdrawal of Rafael Nadal from Wimbledon broke the hearts of many. However, more than that, his abdominal injury made everyone worried and apprehensive about the player.
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There might be good news in that field as Rafa enjoyed a great time with his friends with the famous Columbian singer Maluma. The player is focusing on recovery while he enjoys time with his loved ones.
Rafael Nadal enjoys a well-deserved party night
Rafael Nadal attended a concert by Maluma along with his friends. He took to his Instagram to express his joy and gratitude for a good time spent. Rafa uploaded the picture with his friends and the singer. He stated, “Great night friends! @maluma total crack! Thank you so much for everything!”
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Maluma too showed his appreciation for the player through an Instagram story for him. He talked about the discipline that he has inculcated through playing football.
He sent a message for Rafa, “This man deserves everything god, a gentleman in every sense of the word. An example to follow.” (Translated using google translate)
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Rafael Nadal suffered an abdominal injury at Wimbledon and had to withdraw from the major. However, he is finally taking his well-deserved summer vacation and going out with his friends.
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Tennis – Wimbledon – All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain – July 6, 2022 Spain’s Rafael Nadal reacts during his quarter final match against Taylor Fritz of the U.S. REUTERS/Hannah Mckay TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Despite his persisting injuries, the player is in his top form in 2022. He has won his 14th French Open title and with that has become the male player with the highest number of grand slam titles at 22.
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Tennis – French Open – Roland Garros, Paris, France – June 5, 2022 Spain’s Rafael Nadal celebrates with trophy after winning the men’s singles final against Norway’s Casper Ruud REUTERS/Benoit Tessier
His arch-rival Novak Djokovic is close to his count at 21 grand slam titles. He would want to equalize that count with Rafa but it might not be possible if the USA does not relax its vaccination rules.
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On the other hand, if Rafa keeps up well, we will see him at the Canadian Open soon.
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