The world tennis star responded quickly to the new setback for Sergi Bruguera’s team.
Rafael Nadal sent a message of encouragement to the Spanish Davis Cup team focused on playing the final phase of the competition in Madrid, and in particular to Carlos Alcaraz, who has tested positive for COVID-19 and will not be able to debut with the national team against Ecuador and Russia.
“Much encouragement to the entire Spanish team after the news we have received. When something like this happens, the competition takes a back seat. The most important thing is health and I hope there are no more cases. A hug to all, ”says Nadal on his Twitter account.
Nadal, who is recovering from the injury to the scaphoid in his left foot and who could not go with the Spanish team, responded quickly to the new setback of Sergi Bruguera’s team, who days ago suffered the loss of Roberto Bautista, suffering from an ailment abdominal and finally replaced by Albert Ramos.
Alcaraz’s positive leaves him out of the competition. The Murcian was the presumable number two of the team after Pablo Carreño for individual matches. Feliciano López, Albert Ramos and Marcel Granollers complete the whole of Spain. One of them will have to take Alcaraz’s place in singles.
Spain will open Group A on Friday against Ecuador. Russia completes the key. (D)
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