Hard blow for Rafael Nadal. The Spanish tennis player announced on his Twitter account that he has tested positive for Covid. “I wanted to announce that I tested positive for Covid during a PCR test during my return to Spain”wrote Nadal, who was returning to Mallorca after visiting his academy in Kuwait and participating in an exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi on Thursday and Friday.
“Both in Kuwait and Abu Dhabi we had checks every other day and all were negative, the last one being Friday and the results are from Saturday. I’m having some unpleasant times, but I hope I will improve. little by little. I am now confined to the house and I have reported the result to those who have been in contact with me “, detailed the 35-year-old sportsman.
With less than a month before the Australian Open, what about his next commitments? “As a result of the situation, I must have total flexibility with my schedule and I will analyze my options according to my progress. I will keep you informed of any decision regarding my future tournaments! Thank you all in advance for your support and your comprehension”, he concluded.