Rafael Nadal is will be back for the North American hardcourt season after resting his knees by missing Wimbledon says Nadal's doctor.

"Rafa had tendinitis in knees for some time, the situation is a bit better now, but that was not enough for Wimbledon", said Dr. Ángel Ruiz Cotorro.
 
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"With rest and recovery, he will be ready in three to four weeks for tournaments".

Reigning Wimbledon champ Nadal reluctantly withdrew from Wimbledon just days before the start.

"A fortnight of big efforts would be too much for him", said Ruiz Cotorro. "Grass is very demanding surface and he is aware that this was the best for him".

"Big clay court tournaments are crammed into the spring, and Rafa had no time to rest. But when he steps on the court next time, he will be like new".

Nadal's next tournament event could be the Montreal Masters from August 10 with the US Open at the end of August unlikely to be a problem for him.