The 22-time Grand Slam champion and an Olympic gold medalist, Nadal has been one of the poster boys of the sport along with other two stars of the 'Big Three', Swiss legend Roger Federer and ace Serbian and Olympic gold medalist Novak Djokovic since last two decades.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the Australian Open 2024 due to a muscle injury, the Spaniard said in a post on social media on Sunday.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal confirmed that he will be returning to the tennis court at the Brisbane International which will begin in the first week of January 2024.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic moved to within one win of claiming a record 23rd major crown on Friday at the ongoing French Open 2023 as he produced a masterclass performance to claw past an ailing Carlos Alcaraz 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1.
President hailed the 22-time Grand Slam champion and said, "Back home Novak Djokovic is seen as a role model and inspiration for millions. Several sports coaches from Serbia are helping Indian athletes and sportspersons to improve their skills."