Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute
5 months ago

Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Novak Djokovic paid tribute to Rafael Nadal as his great rival confirmed his retirement from tennis at the end of the season. The 38-year-old Nadal will retire from tennis after the Davis Cup finals in Malaga, Spain next month and Djokovic said he will be there to pay his respects even though Serbia have not qualified. I will be there in person to pay respect to your stellar career.” Earlier, Roger Federer admitted he “hoped this day would never come” after Nadal announced his retirement. Swiss legend Federer, who won 20 grand slams, played Nadal 40 times throughout a legendary rivalry at the top of men’s tennis.

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Rafael Nadal rises in ATP rankings despite retiring from tennis two months back
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal rises in ATP rankings despite retiring from tennis two months back

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal moved two places up in the ATP rankings after an updated list was released on Monday following the end of the 2025 Australian Open, despite having retired from professional tennis. Spain's Rafael Nadal The last time Nadal was on the court was in November, during Spain's Davis Cup match against the Netherlands. Despite not having played a single …

Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic’s relentless fight and skill were on full display as he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final. Novak Djokovic is not ready to see his campaign for a record 25th Grand Slam title die at the Australian Open 2025. Djokovic is ‘built different’ The action was non-stop, the shot-making brilliant, even as the match stretched on …

Djokovic ‘reminded of Nadal’ ahead of blockbuster Australian Open clash vs Alcaraz: ‘2 uneven encounters between us’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic ‘reminded of Nadal’ ahead of blockbuster Australian Open clash vs Alcaraz: ‘2 uneven encounters between us’

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic downed Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round of the ongoing Australian Open 2024, to set-up a mouthwatering blockbuster quarter-final clash with arch-rival Carlos Alcaraz. Novak Djokovic compared Carlos Alcaraz to Rafael Nadal. ‘They remind me of my duels against Rafael Nadal’: Novak Djokovic Speaking ahead of the highly-anticipated quarter-final showdown, Djokovic compared his encounters with Alcaraz to Rafael …

‘Playing Olympics doubles… I tried to…’: Carlos Alcaraz drops staggering statement on Rafael Nadal’s retirement
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Playing Olympics doubles… I tried to…’: Carlos Alcaraz drops staggering statement on Rafael Nadal’s retirement

Hindustan Times  

Tennis fans saw two massive retirements last year, as legends Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray’s careers came to an end. Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz during a practice session. Carlos Alcaraz, who partnered Nadal in doubles in Paris 2024, had a rich tribute for the record 14-time French Open winner. Nadal’s retirement sees only Djokovic left in the Big Three, …

Novak Djokovic reacts to surpassing Roger Federer's incredible Grand Slam record: 'It caught me by surprise'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic reacts to surpassing Roger Federer's incredible Grand Slam record: 'It caught me by surprise'

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic etched another remarkable milestone in tennis history by surpassing Roger Federer’s record for the most Grand Slam matches played. The Serbian superstar played his 430th Grand Slam match during his second-round victory against qualifier Jaime Faria at the Australian Open, winning 6-1, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2. Novak Djokovic during a press conference at Australian Open Federer, who retired in …

Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer to record most Grand Slam matches
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer to record most Grand Slam matches

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic made history by surpassing tennis legend Roger Federer to record most Grand Slam matches on Wednesday, January 15. The 2024 Olympic gold medalist played his 430th Grand Slam match against Jaime Faria in the ongoing Australian Open and defeated him 6-1, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2 to progress to the third round of the competition. In 430 Grand Slam matches …

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired

The Hindu  

And then there was one: The Big Three is down to just Novak Djokovic, who stands alone from a golden generation of men's tennis now that Rafael Nadal has joined Roger Federer in retirement. “It's a nice number of years that I've been coming to Australia,” Djokovic said, “the place where I had the greatest Grand Slam success.” One big …

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — And then there was one: The Big Three is down to just Novak Djokovic, who stands alone from a golden generation of men’s tennis now that Rafael Nadal has joined Roger Federer in retirement. “It’s a nice number of years that I’ve been coming to Australia,” Djokovic said, “the place where I had the greatest Grand Slam …

Novak Djokovic's historic Olympic gold to Rafael Nadal's emotional retirement, top 5 moments in sports in 2024
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic's historic Olympic gold to Rafael Nadal's emotional retirement, top 5 moments in sports in 2024

India TV News  

The sporting world witnessed glory, heartbreaking defeats, emotional retirements and some controversial moments throughout 2024. From Rafael Nadal's famous return from a long-term injury in early January to his retirement in November, fans witnessed a memorable 2024 year. Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray bid farewell In 2024, tennis fans witnessed the power game shifting from the famous 'big four' to rising …

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic
3 months ago

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic

India Today  

Andre Agassi said that Novak Djokovic would find it “emotionally” harder to compete in professional tennis after Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired. Back in 2022, Federer pulled the curtains down on his career after the Laver Cup while Nadal bid goodbye to tennis after Spain’s tie against the Netherlands recently in the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. It made …

Being in Same Era as Nadal, Federer, Djokovic is Very Special Time: Conny Perrin
3 months, 1 week ago

Being in Same Era as Nadal, Federer, Djokovic is Very Special Time: Conny Perrin

Deccan Chronicle  

Swiss tennis player Conny Perrin, who is representing Chennai Smashers in the Tennis Premier League Season 6, feels it as "very special time" to watch as well as be in the era of the tennis greats Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic. In an exclusive conversation with Deccan Chronicle, Conny shares insights into her journey as a tennis professional, …

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior
3 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior

The Hindu  

Youthful exuberance fuelled a record-smashing career that captivated the sporting world for 22 years. In his 2011 memoir, RAFA, his mother, Ana Maria Parera, explained, “He’s on top in the tennis world but, deep down, he is a super-sensitive human being full of fears and insecurities that people who don’t know him would scarcely imagine.” More than any champion in …

Juan Martin del Potro retires after beating Novak Djokovic in emotional farewell match
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Juan Martin del Potro retires after beating Novak Djokovic in emotional farewell match

The Hindu  

Juan Martin del Potro bid farewell after beating Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5 in an emotional exhibition match in front of his home crowd in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Sunday. 3 Del Potro broke down in tears multiple times during the match attended by several celebrities, including friend and former tennis player Gabriela Sabatini. WEB STORY | Juan Martin Del Potro …

Lucky to have watched Nadal play: International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lucky to have watched Nadal play: International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe

The Hindu  

November 19 will forever be etched as a bittersweet day in tennis history. 10 days after Nadal’s retirement PBS News caught up with International Tennis Hall of Fame president Patrick McEnroe, who shared his memories of the boy from Mallorca. Remember, he won two Wimbledon titles, including that epic final when he won his first Wimbledon, beating Federer in what …

Davis Cup organisers hit back at critics of Nadal retirement ceremony
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Davis Cup organisers hit back at critics of Nadal retirement ceremony

The Hindu  

Davis Cup organisers said tennis superstar Rafael Nadal had the retirement ceremony that he wanted this week in Malaga, despite some criticism of the event from people close to the player. READ | Gracias Rafa: Somdev Devvarman reflects on facing Rafael Nadal at Indian Wells 2011 “It’s not the time to blame anyone, but the feeling is that we witnessed …

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup. It’s a rare team event in tennis
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup. It’s a rare team event in tennis

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal wanted to play his last match before retiring in Spain, representing Spain and wearing the red uniform used by Spain’s Davis Cup squad. a very individual sport.” The men’s Davis Cup, which concludes Sunday in this seaside city in southern Spain, and the women’s Billie Jean King Cup, which wrapped up Wednesday with Italy as …

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup: It's a rare team event in tennis
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup: It's a rare team event in tennis

New Indian Express  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal wanted to play his last match before retiring in Spain, representing Spain and wearing the red uniform used by Spain's Davis Cup squad. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, said a day before his career ended when his nation was eliminated by the Netherlands at the annual competition. The men's Davis Cup, which concludes Sunday in this …

DC Edit | Farewell Rafael: An era ends
3 months, 3 weeks ago

DC Edit | Farewell Rafael: An era ends

Deccan Chronicle  

Rafael Nadal bid a tearful adieu to the game of tennis that he lit up with his personality as much as he did with his play. But Nadal outshone both musketeers for sheer effort of a sportsman wedded to his craft and who played tennis with a laser-like focus. Not endowed with the dulcet touch of the most talented, Nadal …

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal prepared to serve in what turned out to be the last tennis match of his career, a woman’s voice broke the silence from the stands: “You make Spain proud!” Not long after that, Nadal was wiping away tears from his face and waving goodbye to his fans. “No disrespect to all other Spanish athletes, …

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As Rafael Nadal prepared to …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches on during a tribute after playing his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, early Wednesday. AP The match against Van de Zandschulp — who upset Alcaraz at the US Open — was Nadal's first outing that counted since early August at the Paris …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, current and former players — from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek and Taylor Fritz and so many more — have been sharing their thoughts on what the owner of 22 Grand Slam titles meant to them and to their sport. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal's career and retirement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal's career and retirement

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena Williams, …

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Not surprisingly, Rafael Nadal couldn’t take a step around the grounds of the Davis Cup Final 8 in recent days without hearing requests for a handshake or a selfie. “ The titles, the numbers, are there, so people probably know that, but the way I would like to be remembered is as a good person from a …

Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. He’s got this aura that already was big, but …

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?

Daily Mail  

As the dust settles on Rafael Nadal’s retirement, the question arises: where does the great Spaniard rank among the best players of all time? VENUS WILLIAMS Years active: 1994-present Grand Slam singles titles: 7 Tour titles: 49 Weeks as world No1: 11 Only her sister prevented her finishing far higher up this list. MARTINA NAVRATILOVA Years active: 1974-2006 Grand Slam …

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On Tuesday, …

‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘You feel like he is impenetrable’: Was Rafael Nadal at the French Open the most dominant athlete ever?

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal Farewell: Spaniard Gets Emotional During Retirement Speech At Malaga | WATCH
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Spaniard Gets Emotional During Retirement Speech At Malaga | WATCH

ABP News  

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Rafael Nadal has now officially retired from tennis, as Spain's loss to Netherlands in the quarter-finals of the Davis Cup 2024 confirmed his last-ever appearance as a professional on tennis court. Here are the highlights from Rafael Nadal's retirement speech: Davis Cup shared a special 'retirement video' in tribute of Rafael Nadal on their official 'X' account, …

Rafael Nadal retirement: Serena, Alcaraz, Swiatek and others pay tribute to Spanish legend on social media
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal retirement: Serena, Alcaraz, Swiatek and others pay tribute to Spanish legend on social media

The Hindu  

Serena Williams said it had been an honour to witness Rafa Nadal’s tennis journey and that he would leave the game a “lasting legacy” following the Spaniard’s defeat in the final match of his glorious career. Long live Rafa!” Nadal’s Davis Cup teammate Carlos Alcaraz said Nadal had been his inspiration. El mejor embajador posible que deja un legado eterno …

Rafael Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis after Davis Cup defeat: ‘It has been a privilege’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis after Davis Cup defeat: ‘It has been a privilege’

The Independent  

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I have left a legacy: Rafael Nadal retires from tennis
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

I have left a legacy: Rafael Nadal retires from tennis

Deccan Chronicle  

Malaga: Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. "I leave with the peace of mind that I have left a legacy, which I really feel is not just a sporting one but a personal one," Nadal told fans in Malaga in a speech during …

WATCH: Rafael Nadal in tears as he bids emotional farewell to tennis: 'I was having an emotional day'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Rafael Nadal in tears as he bids emotional farewell to tennis: 'I was having an emotional day'

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal got extremely emotional and broke down in tears during his farewell ceremony in Malaga after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Finals 2024 quarter-finals. Image: Reuters Rafael Nadal could not hold back his tears on an emotional night in Malaga Tuesday as his glittering career in professional tennis came to an end after the Netherlands …

Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam winner, retired from tennis on Tuesday as he lost his singles match and Spain was beaten by Netherlands in the Davis Cup 2024 quarter-finals in Malaga. Rafael Nadal bid final goodbye to professional tennis on an emotional night in Malaga on Tuesday as Spain lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Finals 2024 …

Nadal’s sensational career ends as Netherlands defeat Spain in Davis Cup
Top News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal’s sensational career ends as Netherlands defeat Spain in Davis Cup

Live Mint  

Superstar Rafael Nadal's glittering career in professional tennis came to an end on Tuesday as Netherlands eliminated Spain in the Davis Cup quarter-finals. World number 80 Van de Zandschulp sought to put Nadal on his backhand and the indoor hard-court tournament was far from an ideal surface for the record 14-time Roland Garros winning 'King of Clay'. Alcaraz kept Nadal's …

Davis Cup: Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis, expresses privilege of turning hobby into an illustrious career
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Davis Cup: Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis, expresses privilege of turning hobby into an illustrious career

Live Mint  

Malaga, November 20 : Following his retirement from professional tennis after the Davis Cup clash against the Netherlands on his home soil, legendary Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal expressed that he is extremely privileged to have turned one of his hobbies into an illustrious career and added that he moves into next chapter of his life with a "peace of …

Read the full text of Roger Federer’s moving tribute to Rafael Nadal ahead of retirement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Read the full text of Roger Federer’s moving tribute to Rafael Nadal ahead of retirement

Hindustan Times  

Roger Federer marked Rafael Nadal's retirement from tennis with a moving open letter to his great rival and friend. Nadal played the final match of his career against Botic van de Zandschulp in the Davis Cup Final quarter-final tie between Spain and the Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam winner was then honoured with a post-match farewell ceremony which featured tribute …

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Deccan Chronicle  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside

ABP News  

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal ends his sensational and iconic career with a defeat, as Spain have been eliminated from Davis Cup 2024 after losing 2-1 to Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam winner lost to Botic van de Zandschulp 6-4; 6-4 in Game 1 of the quarter-final tie between Spain and Netherlands, and the Dutch did not read …

No regrets for Spain captain Ferrer after Nadal’s Davis Cup defeat
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No regrets for Spain captain Ferrer after Nadal’s Davis Cup defeat

The Hindu  

Spain’s Davis Cup captain David Ferrer said he had no regrets about fielding Rafa Nadal in their quarterfinal singles opener against the Netherlands on Tuesday after the 22-times Grand Slam champion fell to defeat in the last game of his career. Following Nadal’s 6-4, 6-4 defeat by Botic van de Zandschulp, world number three Carlos Alcaraz levelled the tie by …

Rafael Nadal’s speech at Davis Cup after retirement: Just want to be remembered as a good person, a kid that followed their dreams
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s speech at Davis Cup after retirement: Just want to be remembered as a good person, a kid that followed their dreams

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. “The titles, the numbers are there, so people probably know that, but the way that I would like to be remembered more is like a good person, from a small village in Mallorca,” continued Nadal. “I just …

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup

Al Jazeera  

Nadal’s superlative career was celebrated in front of his home crowd in Malaga after Netherlands upset Spain in the Davis Cup. “I had the luck that I had my uncle that was a tennis coach in my village when I was a very, very small kid, and a great family that supports me in every moment… “I just want to …

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
3 months, 3 weeks ago

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

New Indian Express  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
Top News
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement

China Daily  

Carlos Alcaraz high-fives Rafael Nadal during a training session at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, on Sunday. AP FUENGIROLA, Spain — Rafael Nadal felt a hand on his left shoulder as he walked out of a conference room at a resort on Spain's southern coast on Monday, following his first question-and-answer session with reporters since announcing that …

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV

India TV News  

"I just want to be remembered as a good person and a kid that followed his dream and achieved more than what he ever dreamed," said a man whose career resume forced the announcer to take his own sweet time to go through at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in Malaga, Spain on Monday, November 19 as …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain. MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

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