Overview
- The operation was performed on Thursday in Barcelona by specialist Dr. Alex Lluch at Teknon Medical Centre.
- Nadal's long-time physician Dr. Angel Ruiz-Cotorro and Dr. Vilaro were involved in the procedure.
- Reporting describes the surgery as an arthroplasty intended to relieve pain and restore joint movement.
- Nadal posted on social media that he will likely skip the 2026 Australian Open following the operation.
- The announcement came days before he was due to appear in Jeddah as an ambassador for the Next Gen ATP Finals.