France, April 24 -- The Spaniard will continue his comeback from injury at the Madrid Masters on Thursday where he is scheduled to play the American 16-year-old Darwin Blanch who has been given an invitation to play in the main draw at one of the most prestigious clay court competitions of the season.

Nadal, 37, who has lifted the title in Madrid five times, said: "A few weeks ago, I didn't know if I would be able to play again on the professional tour.

"It's not perfect, of course not perfect," he added. "But at least I am playing and I can enjoy again, especially in the few tournaments that are so emotional for me.

"I'm able to enjoy the fact that I can say probably good-bye on court."

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