Rafael Nadal Out of 2024 Australian Open Due to Muscle Injury
Tennis star Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Australian Open due to a hip injury, just a week before the tournament's start. After a year off the court and hip surgery, Nadal experienced a muscle tear during the Brisbane International quarterfinals. Despite initial hopes that it was a minor issue, further scans in Melbourne revealed a micro tear. Nadal is returning to Spain for treatment and aims to be fit for the clay court season, particularly the French Open, where he has won 14 times. The Australian Open expressed their disappointment but looks forward to seeing Nadal back on the court soon.