Rafael Nadal announces his return in 2024

Rafael Nadal, the holder of an impressive 22 Grand Slam titles, has officially announced his comeback to the tennis court at the outset of the upcoming year, marking his return at the Brisbane tournament—the inaugural event on the tennis calendar.

This prestigious ATP 250 competition, renowned for its competitiveness, is scheduled to commence on December 31, extending into the first week of the new year.

Nadal, who last competed at the Australian Open beginning of this year, is eagerly anticipated by the global tennis community. In a special video shared across his social media platforms, Nadal said:

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— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) December 1, 2023

“Hello, everyone. After a year without participating in tournaments, it’s time to return. I will be in Brisbane the first week of January. We’ll see you there.”

Despite currently holding the 663rd position in the world rankings, Nadal may leverage a protected ranking as he embarks on his comeback journey.