Why has Rafael Nadal withdrawn from the 2024 Indian Wells Open?
It was just four days ago that the Spanish legend played against his compatriot in the first-ever ‘Netflix Slam.’ Now, fans are facing the reality that he will not be present at this year’s Indian Wells Open. What does the future hold for the aging star? Rafael Nadal pulls out of the 2024 Indian Wells Open According to his post on social media, Spanish Tennis sensation Rafael Nadal is withdraw ing from the 2024 Indian Wells Open. Understandably, the news comes as a shock as Nadal embarks on what many have begun to believe will be his last season on tour. It’s worth noting of course, that Nadal himself has given no word on whether that will in fact be the case. Nonetheless, the 37-year-old will not face Milos Raonic of Canada in the first round on Thursday night. To hear him tell it, he simply wasn’t happy with his recovery. It is with great sadness that I have to withdraw from this amazing tournament at Indian Wells. Everyone knows how much I love this place and how much I love to p...