Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal, who has been sidelined for the majority of the year due to injury, may make a comeback at this year’s Davis Cup. The 38-year-old has been named to Spain’s Davis Cup team for the quarterfinals in November, sparking hope among fans and players like Carlos Alcaraz that this could potentially not be the end of Nadal’s illustrious career.
Nadal had been dealing with a hip injury that required surgery, leading to speculation that this year could mark the end of his time on the tennis court. However, his inclusion in the Davis Cup team has raised questions about his future plans. Alcaraz, who has partnered with Nadal in doubles before, expressed excitement at the prospect of playing alongside the 22-time Grand Slam champion in Malaga.
Despite missing recent tournaments like the US Open and the Laver Cup, Nadal had aimed to return at the Laver Cup before ultimately withdrawing. Now, his focus seems to be on the Davis Cup, with no announcement yet on where he plans to play before the event in November.
For young talent like Alcaraz, the experience of playing alongside Nadal is invaluable, and the anticipation is high for their potential return in Malaga. Alcaraz, who recently suffered an upset at the US Open, sees his participation in the Laver Cup as good preparation for upcoming tournaments like the China Open, where he is eager to showcase his skills and build on his recent successes.
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