The middle stage of the 2023 Australian Open was provided by Ksiska Perello, wife of Rafael Nadal. She was caught on camera crying in the Rod Laver Arena box after the former ATP No. 1 was injured during her match against Mackenzie MacDonald.

Ksiska Perello, wife of Rafael NadalPhoto: Oscar Gonzalez/NurPhoto/Shutterstock Editorial/Profimedia

Nadal was eliminated in the second round of the Australian Open, the main favorite succumbed in three sets with a score of 6-4, 6-4, 7-5.

The Iberian injured his left leg (thigh) during the second set and images of his husband in pain brought Ksiska to tears.

The footage was shot by television cameras.