In Pictures: Rafael Nadal’s sister Maribel enjoys picturesque family trip to Lake Como; poses with Spaniard against stunning backdrop
Rafael Nadal's sister Maribel recently enjoyed a family trip to Lake Como in Italy, which the Spaniard was also a part of. She shared aesthetically pleasing highlights from the trip.
The 38-year-old who hasn't been enjoying a fine 2024 season, recently withdrew from the upcoming US Open. He has had an underwhelming 12-7 win/loss record this year and is currently ranked 154th in the world. The Spaniard's best result came at the Nordea Open in Bastad where he lost to Nuno Borges in the final.
The 22-time Major champion also competed at the Olympics this year. In singles, he was defeated by longtime rival Novak Djokovic in the second round, while his doubles campaign alongside Carlos Alcaraz was ended by Team USA's Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek in the quarterfinals.
Though he may be having a tough time on the court, the Spaniard's family can be seen cheering him on during his matches, with one of his biggest supporters being his younger sister Maribel, who also works in the marketing department of the Rafa Nadal Academy.
The Nadal family went on a trip to Lake Como in Italy and Maribel took to Instagram to share some highlights from their weekend outing. In one of the photos, the siblings can be striking a pose against a stunning backdrop.
"Weekend at Lago di Como 🇮🇹😍😍," she captioned the post.
"My next event will be the Laver Cup in Berlin" - Rafael Nadal on announcing US Open withdrawal
Rafael Nadal announced his withdrawal from the US Open on August 8 via his social media. The four-time champion in New York said that he would miss the special nights in New York and thanked his American fans before wishing luck to everyone at the tournament.
"Hi all, writing today to let you guys know that I have decided not to compete at this year’s US Open a place where I have amazing memories."
"I will miss those electric and special night sessions in NYC at Ashe, but I don’t think I would be able to give my 100% this time. Thanks to all my US Fans in particular, will miss you all and will see you another time.Best of lucks to all for the always amazing US Open!"
The Spaniard confirmed at the end of his post that his next will be the 2024 Laver Cup, which is set to take place in Berlin.
"My next event will be the Laver Cup in Berlin."
He will be joined by Daniil Medvedev, Carlos Alcaraz, Casper Ruud, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Alexander Zverev to complete Team Europe. They will take on Team World's Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur, Frances Tiafoe, Alejandro Tabilo, Tommy Paul, and Ben Shelton. The tournament is scheduled to begin on September 20.