Already forfeited at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, the Majorcan also gave up this Friday to participate in the ATP 500 in Barcelona. One of his favorite tournaments which he has already won 12 times. The man with 14 Roland-Garros titles has not stepped on the court since his elimination in the second round of the Australian Open on January 18 and his injury to the psoas iliacus of the left leg at the Open. Australia. Concern grows around the King of Ocher. “Barcelona is a special tournament for me because it’s my adopted club and because playing at home is always a unique feeling,” wrote the former world number one on his Instagram account. I am not ready yet and therefore I continue my process of preparation for the return to competition.

Just under two months from Roland-Garros, the 36-year-old wants to take every precaution to reach 100% in his favorite tournament. According to the Spanish press, a return of Nadal is possible at the Masters 1000 in Madrid from April 24 to May 7. To be continued…