Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, is set to make his highly anticipated return to the tennis courts at the 2024 Barcelona Open. Nadal has been out of action since January due to a muscle injury he sustained during a quarterfinal loss at the Brisbane International. Although he briefly returned to play Carlos Alcaraz in March for a one-off Netflix special, fans have been eagerly awaiting his official comeback to the tour.
The Barcelona Open, which runs from April 13 to 21 at the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona, will mark Nadal’s first clay-court match since his victory at the French Open in 2022. Tennis Channel will provide live coverage of Nadal’s matches starting on Tuesday, April 16, not before 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET. The tournament, also known as the Torneo Conde de Godó, will feature men’s singles and men’s doubles matches.
For fans looking to watch Nadal at the Barcelona Open online, there are several options available. DirecTV Stream is offering a five-day free trial that includes access to live TV channels, including Tennis Channel. Fubo TV is another great option, providing a seven-day free trial and free DVR to record matches for on-demand viewing. Hulu + Live TV offers a three-day free trial and access to a wide range of streaming content, including the Tennis Channel.
Nadal, known for his dominance on clay courts, has won the Barcelona Open a record 12 times and is one of the few players to have won all four major titles. His return to the tournament has generated excitement among fans, and the center court at the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona was even renamed the Rafa Nadal Arena in his honor in 2017. Tennis enthusiasts can expect thrilling matches as Nadal looks to add another title to his impressive resume.