Nadal’s coach says injury is ‘more complicated than expected’

Rafael Nadal’s coach – Carlos Moya, who attended the Masters in Madrid, spoke about the player’s condition. Three weeks before the start of Roland Garros, Nadal’s participation in the second Grand Slam tournament of the season is still in question.

“Time will tell us when he will return. His injury is more complicated than expected, but we have to be optimistic,” the former tennis player told RTVE.

“We are sad that he cannot play on clay yet. It was not easy to refuse participation in Monte Carlo, Barcelona and Madrid, but he is a fighter and believes that he will soon be competitive again,” commented the coach.

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“There is a legend that says Rafa needs a lot of matches to get fit. Historically, he has had excellent results when he returns to the court. It is desirable to go to a Grand Slam tournament with more minutes played, but even if it isn’t, we have our weapons,” Moya added.

“All the praises for Alcaraz have been said and he deserves them. He is a very nice player for the crowd to watch, dynamic, spectacular and always at an excellent level. I hope the crowd can enjoy him for a long time,” he said.