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Dont Know if What s Left Is a Short Time – Rafael Nadal Opens Up About His Uncertain Future
Published 06/08/2022, 6:30 AM EDTBy Tennis – French Open – Roland Garros, Paris, France – June 5, 2022 Spain’s Rafael Nadal arrives before the men’s singles final against Norway’s Casper Ruud REUTERS/Yves Herman Rafael Nadal once again proved his mettle on clay. The 36-year-old won his 14th French open title back on Sunday. Notably, the current world number 4 was struggling throughout the tournament with his left foot. The Spaniard defied all odds to claim his 22nd Grand Slam title. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad The future of the Spanish legend on the ATP tour will depend on his ongoing treatment for his persistent foot issue. Recently Nadal spoke about the mental space he is in, amidst the critical stage in his career. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Rafael Nadal is in a motivated mental space
While there are various uncontrollable factors that will define the future of his career, Nadal said that he is in a positive mental space. In an interview with Movistar+, the Spaniard , “I’m aware this is something that’s approaching the end. I don’t know if what’s left is a short time, 1 year or 2 years. I don’t know. It’ll depend on how this [foot issue] evolves, but in this respect my mind is OK. Mentally I’m motivated & with enthusiasm. My tennis too.” Rafa: "I'm aware this is something that's approaching the end. I don't know if what's left is a short time, 1 year or 2 years. I don't know. It'll depend on how this [foot issue] evolves, but in this respect my mind is OK, mentally I'm motivated & with enthusiasm. My tennis, too. — Genny SS (@genny_ss) Further, the 22-time Grand Slam champion also emphasized on his performances this season. “But, of course, my tennis won’t be good if the foot doesn’t improve and mentally, either, as in the end, one can’t live under constant intense pain,” he added. But, of course, my tennis won't be good if the foot doesn't improve and mentally, either, as in the end one can't live under constant intense pain. The beginning of the season has gone from very good to very difficult and then now very good again, but in a extreme situation." — Genny SS (@genny_ss) Will Nadal play in Wimbledon
ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Speaking about his participation in the grass-court Grand Slam, the 36-year-old that he loves the tournament and doesn’t want to miss it. However, he will play only if his body allows him to. As the Spaniard made it clear that he won’t take the court with injections on his foot to curb the pain.Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts during his Men’s Singles semi-final match against Novak Djokovic of Serbia on day eleven of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 13, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) Notably, if the 22-time Grand Slam champion takes part in the , he will have the chance of completing a calendar Grand Slam. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Watch this Story: A feat that only Rod Laver and Steffi Graf have achieved. Although the possibility has got his fans excited, only time will tell if the mercurial Spaniard can overcome his injury woes and compete for the remaining two Grand Slam titles. SHARE THIS ARTICLE
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