On May 4th, 2021, tennis superstars Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal announced that they would be withdrawing from the Madrid Open. This news came as a shock to many tennis fans around the world, as the two players have been two of the most successful players in the sport for years.
Djokovic and Nadal have been two of the most dominant players in the sport since they first began competing against each other in 2006. They have won a combined total of 36 Grand Slam titles, and have been ranked number one and two in the world for a combined total of over 600 weeks.
The reason for their withdrawal from the Madrid Open is due to a combination of factors. Both players are coming off of long injury layoffs, and neither player wants to risk further injury by playing in the tournament. Additionally, both players are looking to focus on their preparations for the upcoming French Open, which is scheduled to begin on May 30th.
This news has been met with disappointment from tennis fans around the world, as the Madrid Open is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport. However, it is understandable why both Djokovic and Nadal have decided to withdraw from the tournament.
It remains to be seen how this decision will affect their performance at the French Open. However, it is clear that both players are taking their health and safety seriously, and are prioritizing their preparations for the upcoming tournament.
Regardless of how this decision affects their performance at the French Open, it is clear that Djokovic and Nadal are two of the greatest players in the history of tennis. Their withdrawal from the Madrid Open is certainly a disappointment for tennis fans, but it is understandable why they have made this decision.
