'Sad' Nadal abandons latest comeback with Indian Wells withdrawalSpain's Rafael Nadal reacts as he plays against Australia's Jordan Thompson during their men's singles match at the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane on January 5, 2024. The 22-time Grand Slam champion had been due to open at Indian Wells on Thursday against Canada's former Wimbledon finalist Milos Raonic. "It is with great sadness that I have to withdraw from this amazing tournament at Indian Wells," Nadal said in a statement. Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas expressed disappointment at Nadal's withdrawal. Wednesday's withdrawal at Indian Wells will stoke inevitable speculation about the Spaniard's retirement date.

Source: Philippine Star March 07, 2024 04:23 UTC