Rafael Nadal's uncertain participation in the French Open has sparked speculation after his defeat in Rome. Nadal expressed concerns about his physical condition but remains open to playing if there is a chance of being competitive at Roland Garros. Fans showed support as Nadal left Rome, with the tennis star acknowledging the public acclaim. Despite the uncertainty, Nadal values his past memories and is willing to try if there is a slim chance of success.
Rafael Nadal on playing at Roland-Garros: "I don't want to go on court knowing that I have no options. If there's a slim chance of winning, I want to try. But if there's really no chance, no, I'd rather stay with other memories." (via @francetvsport) https://t.co/UAh40hONgY
What do you rate Rafa Nadal’s chances of playing Roland Garros?!? He might just be happy with an Opening Night ceremony to say goodbye, no? https://t.co/mPDIXCeVlY
Nadal: ‘I don’t want to feel helpless like I did in Barcelona or Madrid. If there’s a 0.01% chance [that I can be competitive in Roland-Garros], then I sure want to try to play; if not, then I prefer to keep all of the happy memories’ (via @francetvsport) https://t.co/fgUShmxqkn
When Nadal quits a tournament there is usually a sensation of emptiness. I Hope He IS capable to Play RG. https://t.co/LB64Pz64MJ
Rafael Nadal Unsure About French Open Status After Surprising Defeat https://t.co/mpay3ancGM https://t.co/a5iXYRUVMG
On @ForbesSports Rafael Nadal Uncertain About French Open After Getting Crushed In Rome via @forbes https://t.co/ytD5xLyrKy @bgtennisnation @PatrickMcEnroe @ChrisMcKendry @Steve_Weissman https://t.co/DW57EnuiuJ
When Roman fans sing for Rafa when he's leaving Foro Italico 😍 https://t.co/waXHa3nTB3
Rafael Nadal remains evasive on wether he will be at Roland-Garros 👇 "Physically, I have some concerns, but probably not yet enough to say that I will not play the most important event of my career. Let's see what happens, how I feel mentally tomorrow, the day after tomorrow." https://t.co/S3zDcGwdHd
Rafael Nadal Unsure About His Participation In French Open After Losing To Hubert Hurkacz At Italian Open 2024 https://t.co/yrENtapgd4
Rafael Nadal was showered with love by tennis fans following his defeat at the Italian Open https://t.co/HlEQqwAViA
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Rome will ALWAYS hold a special place in @RafaelNadal's ❤️🇮🇹 @InteBNLdItalia | #IBI24 https://t.co/ZyXeDIN0ix
Rafael Nadal was given a standing ovation in Rome after his defeat to Hubert Hurkacz and was then seen waving to fans when leaving the venue 🏟️👏 https://t.co/VpkLDXt1kh
Rafael Nadal: I Don't Know If I Will Play The French Open, If I Do I Will Fight And Try My Best https://t.co/hYAfdaRcrE
Rafael Nadal still undecided on French Open after losing in second round in Rome https://t.co/eCpis3hWPl
Will we see Rafa at Roland Garros? 🤔👇 https://t.co/G8IjgleQXD
Nadal unclear on French Open participation after Rome exit https://t.co/GrLVMAu8Q2 https://t.co/IlW5iKXBCo
Rafa in Rome... ...or Buenos Aires after Argentina won the World Cup? 🤯🤯 #IBI24 https://t.co/lpqzzgWG0x
Rafael Nadal leaves Rome to public acclaim 👋 Rafa 🥹 https://t.co/DgJaj6aUYQ