Just when everyone thought that Rafael Nadal would finally be making his much-anticipated comeback to tennis, he stunned everyone by announcing his withdrawal yet again. Coming into the clay season, everyone thought that the Spaniard’s return would be on the cards at the Monte-Carlo Masters. However, in a recent social media post on his account, he confirmed that he is not yet ready to compete on the big stage.

That being said, his withdrawal had many asking about the main reason behind it. While some think that it was due to his physical incapabilities, some suggest that it was mainly due to the age factor. But, what is the real factor?

What are the possible reasons behind Rafael Nadal’s withdrawal from the Monte Carlo Masters?

It is no secret that the Spanish superstar has already been through so much over the years and playing in your late 30s is never an easy task. Your body is not what it used to be and the players often deal with signs of injury. The same has been the case with Rafael Nadal as well. Being 37 years old, it is not an easy task to make a comeback to the sport after a year-long gap.

However, apart from the physical reasons that he has been dealing with, there seem to be some mental challenges as well that the 14-time French Open winner is currently tackling. Apparently, the Spanish maestro who was posting regular clips of his training on his social media accounts seems to have undergone mental fatigue that could also have been yet another reason for his withdrawal from the event.

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These are some of the factors that could be held responsible for his withdrawal from the upcoming event. While he has made a bold statement suggesting that it is not the end, the fans would be hopeful of seeing him on the courts of the French Open where he once made history. Here’s what the Spanish star had to say about his withdrawal from the upcoming clay event.

What had Nadal said about his withdrawal from the event?

In a social media post made by none other than Rafael Nadal himself, he confirmed that he could not be able to play in the upcoming Monte-Carlo Masters. He suggested that it is his body that is not allowing him to work as it should have been and thus, it would not be feasible for him to feature at the event.

“These are very difficult moments for me, sporting-wise,” Nadal said on his social media. “Unfortunately I have to tell you that I am not going to be playing in Monte Carlo. My body simply won’t allow me. “Even if I am working hard & making the maximum effort every day with all the will to play and compete again at tournaments that have been very important for me, the truth is that I can’t play today.” 

That being said, Rafael Nadal would be hoping to make his way back to the court just in time for the upcoming French Open and the Olympics. What are your thoughts on this? Will he be able to make his comeback to the court just in time? Do let us know in the comments below!

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