Watch as Rafael Nadal holds press conference to reveal if he will defend French Open title
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Your support makes all the difference.Watch as Rafael Nadal holds a press conference at his tennis academy on the Spanish island of Mallorca, with the 22-time Grand Slam champion announcing whether he’ll play at this year’s French Open.
The Spanish star’s tournament domination could be in danger this year, with doubts emerging over his participation at Roland Garros later this month.
Nadal is said to be carrying a hip problem and has not played since picking up the injury during January’s Australian Open.
His absence at the French Open would open the door for his great rival Novak Djokovic to claim a 23rd Grand Slam, which would see him surpass Nadal in the all-time standings.
The tournament begins at Roland Garros on Sunday 28 May, with the draw taking place three days before.
It concludes on Sunday 11 June and tennis fans will be watching today’s announcement from Nadal closely, as it could help determine if he features at Wimbledon in a couple of months.
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