This archive report was first published on 7 July 2020.
Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal has confirmed his participation in the Madrid Open, scheduled to take place from September 14, raising fresh doubts about whether he will defend his US Open title.
The US Open, which was initially set to run from August 31 to September 13, is still uncertain due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.
Madrid will serve as a warm-up for the rescheduled French Open, which begins on September 20.
Madrid tournament director Feliciano Lopez tweeted: “I have spoken to my friend Rafael Nadal who confirmed his participation in Madrid in September. As always, we await you with open arms in the Caja Magica!”
Nadal responded: “That’s right Feli. See you in September in Madrid. Meanwhile everything is going well!”
Leading players, including world number three Dominic Thiem, are expecting a decision from US Open organisers this week.
Published on July 7, 2020, as Nadal's participation in the Madrid Open sparked fresh doubts about the US Open.
