'I don’t want to close the door, this place is magical,' Rafael Nadal confirms this may not be the last time he plays at Roland Garros

The German began as No.7 at the beginning of the year but has now climbed to No.4 on the ATP rankings. On the other hand, Nadal has best clay tournament so far has been at the Madrid Open where he finished in the round of 16. But, he is the record winner of the French Open with 14 Roland Garros titles to his name.

Ahead of the Spanish star’s match against Alexander Zverev on Monday, he revealed he’s focused on playing competitively and not winning. He also admitted that Roland Garros may not be his last as he leaves the door open for another year despite earlier stating this season was his last.

Is it my last Roland-Garros? It’s very probable yes, but I can’t confirm at 100%. I don’t want to close the door. This place is magical for me. I progressed since Rome, especially in terms of movement. I can run without limitations now. I'm not anxious, I'm focused on trying to play. Maybe I will repeat the disaster of Rome but in my mind I’m going to give myself a chance to be competitive here. The answer will be on Monday. Rafael Nadal said to the reporters via tennis365

Meanwhile, there have been reports that Nadal has intensified his training sessions ahead of his Roland Garros opener. He has trained with the likes of Sebastian Korda and Daniil Medvedev.

Rafael Nadal aims to be remembered for his good personality as he nears retirement

Rafael Nadal has revealed he wants to be remembered for his good personality as he nears retirement. The Spanish legend is known to have a good relationship with but young and older players are aiming to set an example among them.

He will be turning 38 in June and has been winning big titles since 2005. The Mallorca native has progressed in his game and character both on and off the court.

The people who are inside the tournaments, that, see you every single day, then the people who really knows who you are personally you know. So I want to be remembered, more or less, like a good person. Rafael Nadal said addressing the reporters

Meanwhile, Rafael Nadal will compete at the Laver Cup in September, including other young players, as he looks to leave more evergreen moments before retiring.