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Rafael Nadal experienced pain in his thigh during his comeback at the Brisbane International. Getty Images
Rafael Nadal experienced pain in his thigh during his comeback at the Brisbane International. Getty Images
Rafael Nadal suffers setback on injury return after withdrawing from Australian Open
Spaniard reveals 'micro tear on muscle' just one tournament into his comeback
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07 January, 2024