Nadal Withdraws From Indian Wells and Miami Due to Injury

Spain's Rafael Nadal after losing his second round match against Mackenzie Mcdonald of the United States at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia, on Jan. 18, 2023. Hannah Mckay/Reuters

Rafa Nadal said on Tuesday he had decided to withdraw from two upcoming Masters 1000 hardcourt events in Indian Wells and Miami due to injury.

The 22-times Grand Slam champion, who has not competed since his Australian Open title defense ended in a second-round loss during which he aggravated a hip problem, said he had started rehab and physiotherapy as instructed by doctors.