The DANA storm has caused much damage in Spain, and Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, and Paula Badosa responded to the sad scenes in their home country.
At least 95 people have died in the storm that struck Malaga, Valencia, and Albacete the hardest. However, that number is expected to increase when more information comes out in the coming days.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has warned that more dangerous weather is forecast in the coming days, and the Spanish government is doing everything possible to get all the resources and information necessary to keep people safe.
The weather in Spain in recent days had already damaged Nadal's academy. Images were shared showing the extent of the flooding at the highly successful academy, and attempts are underway to get operations running as normal again.
Nadal will end his professional career in Malaga at the Davis Cup Finals. The awful damage caused to Malaga by the DANA storm might make the 38-year-old even more motivated to perform strongly in the city during his final appearance before retirement.
In a social media post, Nadal expressed sadness about the suffering caused by the storm and sent love and encouragement to those who had lost loved ones since the extreme weather event began.
"Today has been a sad day with the suffering and pain caused by Dana in our country. Out hearts ache when we see the images. My love and encouragement to all those who have suffered the loss of family and friends. Strength and courage to all."
Alcaraz commented on the tragic events in Spain on social media and in an interview. The 21-year-old sent his love to those who had either lost people or were searching for missing loved ones because of the storm.
"All my love to those who have lost loved ones due to Dana and much strength to those who continue to search for the missing."
In an interview on the television channel France 5, Alcaraz promised to use his position as a public figure to do everything possible to help those most impacted by the storm.
"I am a well-known figure and I am going to try to help as much as possible. It is a very difficult time for the whole country. I have seen images and this is not pleasant for any Spaniard."
Badosa, who confirmed she will represent Spain at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals, also taking place in Malaga, encouraged people on her social media pages to join forces to help those suffering and announced she had donated to give her support.
"Many people are suffering and it is essential that we join forces to help them. I have already made my donation, and I encourage you to consider doing the same. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a big difference in the lives of those in need."
Although the events in Spain are tragic, it is nice to see Spanish players expressing their concern and vowing to do what they can to alleviate people's suffering.
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