The 2024 Mutual Madrid Open is in full swing at La Caja Majica in Madrid, and the excitement is palpable as the home crowd eagerly anticipates the performances of their favorite Spanish players. Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is one to watch, but all eyes are on the legendary Rafael Nadal as he takes to the clay court for only the second time this year.
Ranked 644th in the world, Nadal is looking to make a strong comeback after being sidelined due to injury. With a protected ranking, he is determined to make his mark in what could potentially be his final year in professional tennis. Fans can follow his journey through the tournament with updates from The Sporting News.
Nadal’s next match is against Jiri Lehecka on Tuesday, April 30, at the Caja Magica. The match is scheduled not before 9 p.m. local time, with coverage available on various TV channels and live streams in different territories including the US, Canada, and the UK.
As a five-time champion of the Madrid Open, Nadal has a storied history at the tournament, with his first title coming in 2005 and his most recent in 2017. After missing last year’s event due to injury, Nadal is determined to make a strong comeback and leave a lasting impression in 2024. Stay tuned for more updates on Nadal’s performance at the Madrid Open.