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Nadal to Also Miss Barcelona Open with Nagging Hip Injury

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal arrives at the awards ceremony of the Rafa Nadal Foundation in Palma de Mallorca on March 27, 2023. (AFP)
Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal arrives at the awards ceremony of the Rafa Nadal Foundation in Palma de Mallorca on March 27, 2023. (AFP)
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Nadal to Also Miss Barcelona Open with Nagging Hip Injury

Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal arrives at the awards ceremony of the Rafa Nadal Foundation in Palma de Mallorca on March 27, 2023. (AFP)
Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal arrives at the awards ceremony of the Rafa Nadal Foundation in Palma de Mallorca on March 27, 2023. (AFP)

Rafael Nadal will miss the Barcelona Open, leaving him without another clay-court tournament to prepare for the French Open.

The 22-time Grand Slam champion said Friday he had not fully recovered from a left hip flexor injury he picked up at the Australian Open in January. That knocked him out of the Indian Wells, Miami and Monte Carlo tournaments also.

“Barcelona is a special tournament for me because it is my adopted club and because playing at home is always a unique feeling,” Nadal said in a message posted on Twitter. “I still don’t feel prepared and therefore will continue with my preparation process to get back to competing.”

The 36-year-old Nadal has won the Barcelona Open a record 12 times. His last victory came in 2021.

The French Open takes place from May 28-June 11.

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Qiddiya Named Founding Partner of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025

Qiddiya Named Founding Partner of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025
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Qiddiya Named Founding Partner of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025

Qiddiya Named Founding Partner of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025

Saudi Motorsport Company, the promoter of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025, has announced a strategic partnership with Qiddiya Investment Company, one of the flagship initiatives of the Public Investment Fund. Under this agreement, Qiddiya becomes a Founding Partner of the 2025 edition of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, SPA reported.
This collaboration builds on Qiddiya Investment Company’s strong relationship with the Grand Prix and underscores its unwavering commitment to championing Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity on the global stage. As a Founding Partner, Qiddiya will support the continued growth of the Kingdom’s entertainment, sports, and cultural sectors—delivering world-class experiences that inspire both local communities and international audiences.
Commenting on the announcement, CEO of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation Khalid Al-Suwaidan said: “We are proud to expand our partnership with Qiddiya Investment Company. Their involvement will help unlock the full potential of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit – the fastest street circuit in the world – and further solidify Saudi Arabia’s position on the global motorsport map.”
“This partnership is a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional sporting experiences on a global scale. We are confident it will pave the way for continued achievements, embedding sport more deeply into everyday life while enhancing the Kingdom’s image on the international stage,” Al-Suwaidan added.
Managing Director of Qiddiya Investment Company Abdullah AlDawood said: “We are proud to be a Founding Partner of the Formula 1® stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025, one of the most prestigious events on the global sporting calendar. This partnership reflects Qiddiya’s commitment to bringing world-class experiences to the Kingdom and supporting the continued growth of motorsport in Saudi Arabia. As we develop Qiddiya City into the future capital of Entertainment, Sports, and Culture, initiatives like this play a key role in shaping a vibrant and dynamic future for our youth and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position on the world stage.”