Rafael Nadal: Spaniard withdraws from Laver Cup in Berlin
Nadal withdraws from Laver Cup
Rafael Nadal of Spain
Image caption, Nadal is the second-most successful men’s singles player of all time, behind only long-time rival Novak Djokovic
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Rafael Nadal has pulled out of this month’s Laver Cup, saying he believes there are “other players who can help the team deliver the win” for Team Europe.
The 38-year-old Spaniard has not played since his defeat alongside compatriot Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals of the men’s doubles at the Paris Olympics in August.
A 22-time Grand Slam singles champion, Nadal did not confirm any specific injury or health concerns but he has previously indicated 2024 would be his last season
“I’m really disappointed to share that I won’t be able to compete at the Laver Cup in Berlin next week,” Nadal said.
“This is a team competition and to really support Team Europe, I need to do what’s best for them and at this moment there are other players who can help the team deliver the win.”
The Laver Cup, contested between Team Europe and Team World, starts in Berlin on 20 September.
Having hoped to play a full schedule in 2024, Nadal only competed at one of the four majors – the French Open, where he lost in the first round to
Alexander Zverev.
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