Rafael Nadal will play at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi in December

Rafael Nadal won Mubadala World Tennis Championship five times already.   it’s been confirmed he’ll return to compete at this year’s edition to defend his crown at the International Tennis Centre at Zayed Sports City, which takes place from December 16 to 18.

The joint record holder of most male Grand Slam titles has chosen Abu Dhabi to begin his 2022 campaign whilst making his 11th appearance at the Championship.

Nadal’s confirmation means the eight-player line-up for the MWTC, which returns this year with full stadium capacity, now includes two of the world’s top ten and four of the world’s top 20 male players.

Nadal has a great rapport with the Mubadala World Tennis Championship fanbase, having been victorious in Abu Dhabi on five occasions, including the most recent edition in 2019.

“Abu Dhabi is a special place for me, a place where I have been many times and where I started my seasons many times.” said the Nadal, who has returned to full training following foot injury that has kept him away from the courts for months.

“Ever since I first came to Abu Dhabi, I’ve had a great response from the fans and I am sure the atmosphere is going to be special as always.”

Source: whatson.ae