Rafael Nadal and Marc Marquez have both made statements regarding their future in sports. Nadal, while not confirming 2024 as his final season, emphasized that setting a retirement deadline makes no sense due to uncertainties. Marquez expressed willingness to accept criticism for his Ducati MotoGP move for the 2024 season, highlighting his determination to retire without regrets.
Rafa says he isn't setting a deadline yet, but knows it's possible that 2024 could be his last season. https://t.co/nZaci15glS
"I have worked a lot to come back to compete and if suddenly things and my physique allows me to continue and enjoy what I do – why am I going to set a deadline? I think it makes no sense." - @RafaelNadal https://t.co/12cHvY1IlM
Rafael Nadal said on Thursday he could not confirm that 2024 would be his final season before retirement, saying it "makes no sense" to set a deadline for the end of his career ⬇️ https://t.co/XRctENrIYC
Rafael Nadal confirms that 2024 could be his last year BUT leaves the door open: "I don’t want to announce it because, in the end, we don’t know what can happen. If suddenly things and my physical condition allows me to continue, why am I gonna set a deadline? It makes no sense" https://t.co/dACWkeapmL
Marc Marquez has said “I will accept the criticism” if his Ducati #MotoGP move for the 2024 season ultimately backfires, but will be able to “retire quiet” for at least trying. ⬇️ https://t.co/sClnRC3svN
Rafa Nadal’s position of justifying post-surgery capabilities is a stark illustration of the complex dance between an athlete’s personal journey and the expectations of their fanbase. Watch ⤵️ https://t.co/s6eeB7ugIM