Rafael Nadal to skip Netherlands tournament
Rafael Nadal announced that he would skip next week’s ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament in the Netherlands.
“I am very sorry to announce I won't be able to play in Rotterdam next week,” Nadal wrote on his Facebook page on Thursday. “After last year's absence from some tournaments, I started this season well and made a significant effort during the Australian swing. It's because of this that my doctors have strongly advised me to take it easy and give enough rest to my body before competing again to avoid further injuries.”
Nadal, 30, fell to Roger Federer in the finials of the Australian Open in five sets on Jan. 29.
“I fully understand that the Dutch fans will be disappointed,” Nadal said.
Nadal, who has won 14 Grand Slam singles titles, has been hampered with knee and wrist injuries in recent years.