Returning Rafa calls comeback a 'gift'

Rafael Nadal faces Flavio Cobolli on Tuesday in his first match on clay since winning Roland Garros in 2022

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00:00 I'm happy to be here. It's a gift to be in Barcelona.

00:13 I take it as my last year here. I want to enjoy every moment.

00:22 It's a special feeling. I'm not in Montecar last week and it hurt me.

00:35 But things have improved and I feel ready to play tomorrow.

00:44 I'm not thinking about how I'll get here. I'm aware of the situation.

00:52 I know that things can happen. I'm well prepared.

00:58 But I'm also realistic. It's a great feeling to be here.

01:05 I'm happy to play again in this tournament and on this pitch.