Renowned tennis star Rafael Nadal, known for his exceptional achievements over a span of twenty years, has slipped out of the prestigious top 100 rankings for the very first time. This decline in the rankings can be attributed to his ongoing recuperation from a hip injury he endured during the Australian Open in January.
Regrettably, Nadal’s absence from this year’s French Open, a tournament he has unquestionably dominated with an astonishing 14 victories, resulted in the forfeiture of the 2,000 ranking points he earned from his triumph at Roland-Garros last season. Consequently, this Spanish tennis legend has experienced a drastic drop from his previous position at world No. 15 to a current ranking of 136 in the latest standings.
In his quest to address his persistent hip issues, Nadal recently underwent surgery on his hip muscle. This decision was made after his initial recovery failed to progress as anticipated, leading to an unfortunate sidelining from competitive play for approximately five months and consequently concluding his season. Notably, the 37-year-old maestro declared that the forthcoming season would mark his final appearance on the ATP Tour. Throughout his illustrious career, Nadal has valiantly battled numerous injuries, further adding to the admiration for his remarkable accomplishments on the tennis court.
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