<p>Former world number one Rafael Nadal announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open 2024 edition which will be the final Grand Slam of the year. Nadal&nbsp;was last seen in action during the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, where the veteran bowed out without a medal. His latest decision seems to be in line with him carefully planning his stops on the tour in what is most likely&nbsp;his final few seasons as a professional.</p>

<p>Taking to his official account on X, formerly Twitter, Nadal wrote, "Hi all, writing today to let you guys know that I have decided not to compete at this year’s US Open a place where I have amazing memories. I will miss those electric and special night sessions in NYC at Ashe, but I don’t think I would be able to give my 100% this time. Thanks to all my US Fans in particular, will miss you all and will see you another time. Best of lucks to all for the always amazing US Open! My next event will be the Laver Cup in Berlin."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Hi all, writing today to let you guys know that I have decided not to compete at this year’s US Open a place where I have amazing memories.<br />
I will miss those electric and special night sessions in NYC at Ashe, but I don’t think I would be able to give my 100% this time.<br />
Thanks… <a href="https://t.co/FluGRWUzIp">pic.twitter.com/FluGRWUzIp</a></p>
— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) <a href="https://twitter.com/RafaelNadal/status/1821285738840768904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Nadal, however, didn't mention any injury concerns in his latest post. The 14-time French Open winner has been grappling with injury issues since 2022.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis/news-world-number-one-iga-swiatek-qualifies-for-wta-finals-in-saudi-arabia-747992">World number one Iga Swiatek qualifies for WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia</a></strong></p>

<p>Nadal, a four-time US Open champion, last featured in the mega event, which takes place at the iconic Flushing Meadows in New York, in 2021. Back then, the experienced campaigner didn't have a memorable run and suffered a fourth-round exit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Spanish superstar&nbsp;has only played two Grand Slam events in the last two years. Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, will be missed in this year's US Open, which kicks off on Aug 26.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, he will shift his focus on the Laver Cup, in Berlin, which will be held from Sep 20-24.</p>


Former world number one Rafael Nadal announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open 2024 edition which will be the final Grand Slam of the year. Nadal was last seen in action during the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, where the veteran bowed out without a medal.

Former world number one Rafael Nadal announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open 2024 edition which will be the final Grand Slam of the year. Nadal was last seen in action during the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, where the veteran bowed out without a medal. His latest decision seems to be in line with him carefully planning his stops on the tour in what is most likely his final few seasons as a professional. Taking to his official account on X, formerly Twitter, Nadal wrote, "Hi all, writing today to let you guys know that I have decided not to compete at this year’s US Open a place where I have amazing memories. I will miss those electric and special night sessions in NYC at Ashe, but I don’t think I would be able to give my 100% this time. Thanks to all my US Fans in particular, will miss you all and will see you another time. Best of lucks to all for the always amazing US Open! My next event will be the Laver Cup in Berlin." Hi all, writing today to let you guys know that I have decided not to compete at this year’s US Open a place where I have amazing memories. I will miss those electric and special night sessions in NYC at Ashe, but I don’t think I would be able to give my 100% this time. Thanks… pic.twitter.com/FluGRWUzIp — Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) August 7, 2024 × Nadal, however, didn't mention any injury concerns in his latest post. The 14-time French Open winner has been grappling with injury issues since 2022. Also read: World number one Iga Swiatek qualifies for WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia Nadal, a four-time US Open champion, last featured in the mega event, which takes place at the iconic Flushing Meadows in New York, in 2021. Back then, the experienced campaigner didn't have a memorable run and suffered a fourth-round exit. The Spanish superstar has only played two Grand Slam events in the last two years. Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, will be missed in this year's US Open, which kicks off on Aug 26. Meanwhile, he will shift his focus on the Laver Cup, in Berlin, which will be held from Sep 20-24.

Rafael Nadal pulls out of US Open, confirms participation in THIS event

<p>World number two Rafael Nadal on Tuesday confirmed that he will not defend his US Open title this year at the iconic Flushing Meadows as he cited concerns surrounding COVID-19. Nadal joined women’s world number one Australian Ashleigh Barty in skipping the tournament due to coronavirus concers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After many thoughts I have decided not to play this year's U.S. Open," Nadal said on Twitter here "The situation is very complicated worldwide, the COVID-19 cases are increasing, it looks like we still don't have control of it.</p>

<p>“We know that the reduced tennis calendar is barbaric this year after 4 months stopped with no play, I understand and thank (everyone) for the efforts they are putting in to make it happen. We have just seen the announcement of Madrid not being played this year.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/madrid-masters-tennis-cancelled-due-to-covid-318300" hreflang="en">Madrid Masters tennis cancelled due to COVID</a></strong></p>

<p>“This is a decision I never wanted to take but I have decided to follow my heart this time and for the time being I rather not travel.”</p>

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— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) <a href="https://twitter.com/RafaelNadal/status/1290713864506683393?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 4, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>The Madrid Open, which was scheduled to be held from September 12-20, was called off on Tuesday amid rising cases of COVID-19 in the Spanish capital. Whereas, the United States has the highest tally in the world with more than 4.7 million coronavirus cases with around 156,000 deaths.&nbsp;</p>

<p>World number one Novak Djokovic headlines the men’s list for US Open 2020 along with last year’s runner-up Daniil Medvedev with other top 10 players including Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/andy-murray-expects-some-top-male-players-to-skip-us-open-2020-317253" hreflang="en">Andy Murray expects 'some top male players' to skip US Open 2020</a></strong></p>

<p>Notably, Swiss ace Roger Federer will also be absent after he underwent a knee surgery in June that ended his 2020 season.</p>

<p>Nine of the top 10 women’s players, including 23-times Grand Slam champion Serena Williams and holder Bianca Andreescu, are on the entry list along with 2018 champion Naomi Osaka.</p>

<p>Organisers said the seedings would be announced closer to the start of the tournament which is scheduled for Aug. 31.</p>


World number two Rafael Nadal on Tuesday confirmed that he will not defend his US Open title this year at the iconic Flushing Meadows as he cited concerns surrounding COVID-19.

World number two Rafael Nadal on Tuesday confirmed that he will not defend his US Open title this year at the iconic Flushing Meadows as he cited concerns surrounding COVID-19. Nadal joined women’s world number one Australian Ashleigh Barty in skipping the tournament due to coronavirus concers. "After many thoughts I have decided not to play this year's U.S. Open," Nadal said on Twitter here "The situation is very complicated worldwide, the COVID-19 cases are increasing, it looks like we still don't have control of it. “We know that the reduced tennis calendar is barbaric this year after 4 months stopped with no play, I understand and thank (everyone) for the efforts they are putting in to make it happen. We have just seen the announcement of Madrid not being played this year. ALSO READ: Madrid Masters tennis cancelled due to COVID “This is a decision I never wanted to take but I have decided to follow my heart this time and for the time being I rather not travel.” After many thoughts I have decided not to play this year’s US Open. The situation is very complicated worldwide, the COVID-19 cases are increasing, it looks like we still don’t have control of it. — Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) August 4, 2020 × The Madrid Open, which was scheduled to be held from September 12-20, was called off on Tuesday amid rising cases of COVID-19 in the Spanish capital. Whereas, the United States has the highest tally in the world with more than 4.7 million coronavirus cases with around 156,000 deaths. World number one Novak Djokovic headlines the men’s list for US Open 2020 along with last year’s runner-up Daniil Medvedev with other top 10 players including Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev. ALSO READ: Andy Murray expects 'some top male players' to skip US Open 2020 Notably, Swiss ace Roger Federer will also be absent after he underwent a knee surgery in June that ended his 2020 season. Nine of the top 10 women’s players, including 23-times Grand Slam champion Serena Williams and holder Bianca Andreescu, are on the entry list along with 2018 champion Naomi Osaka. Organisers said the seedings would be announced closer to the start of the tournament which is scheduled for Aug. 31.

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