Rafael Nadal is not going through a very good time, the former ATP leader is unable to perform due to injury at the Australian Open. In addition to sports problems, the Iberian must also overcome a death in the family.

Rafael Nadal’s father-in-law died at the age of 63

According to Mundo Deportivo, Mikel Perello Mas (father-in-law of the athlete) died at the age of 63.

The father of Mary Perello (Rafa’s wife) was tormented by a merciless disease for several years.

Mikel was a well-known businessman from Manacor, who had investments in the field of construction. He was a low-key character who kept himself out of the media eye all his life.

Recently, Rafael Nadal announced that he is also unable to participate in the tournament in Madrid, his return to the tennis courts has been delayed again.

The iliopsoas injury was supposed to keep him out for 6-8 weeks, but it’s been 14 since the Spaniard last played (he was beaten by Mackenzie McDonald at the Australian Open). Nadal already had to withdraw from seven tournaments: Doha, Dubai, Indian Wells, Miami, Monte Carlo, Barcelona and Madrid.

Rafa hopes to be ready for the Rome Masters, the last warm-up tournament before the start of Roland Garros (May 28-June 11).