Rafael Nadal has undergone surgery! The last state…

The treatment of the mythical name of Spanish tennis, Rafael Nadal, who has not set foot on the courts since January due to his injury and has undergone surgery, will continue for a long time.

In statements by his representative, Benito Pérez-Barbadillo, it was reported that Nadal, who turned 37 today, underwent surgery in Barcelona, ​​Spain, for a long-standing condition on his left hip, and the operation was successful.

It is estimated that Nadal, who was unable to participate in the French Open (Roland Garros) for the first time in 19 years, and who has accumulated 22 Grand Slam titles in his career, may take 5 months to recover. The Spanish tennis player is expected to return to the courts with the Davis Cup Finals in September or the first Grand Slam tournament of the season next year, the Australian Open.

Nadal, the most successful tennis player in the history of the French Open with 14 championships, was eliminated by the American Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the Australian Open, in which he participated in January this year, and was unable to return to the courts. . after his injury in this match. The Spanish tennis player said at a press conference last month that 2024 could be the last season of his career. (AA)