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Rafael Nadal to end illustrious tennis career after Davis Cup Finals in Spain

Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz were among those praising the Spaniard after his announcement.

The Independent UK

'Don't retire': Kyrgios tells 'inspirational' foe Nadal

Even old foes were left sad to hear of Rafa Nadal's retirement, with long-time sparring partner Nick Kyrgios hailing him an "inspiration".

AAP

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

The 22-time Grand Slam champion announced that he will retire after the Davis Cup Finals next month

The Independent UK

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‘I hoped this day would never come’: Federer leads tributes to retiring Nadal

News of Rafael Nadal’s retirement has prompted an outpouring of affection across the sporting world and beyond

The Guardian - UK

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Rafael Nadal to retire: What you need to know about the tennis great

Nadal’s retirement announcement marks the end of an era. Here’s all you need to know about his superlative career.

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Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement

The sports world reacts to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing he will retire from tennis after next month’s Davis Cup finals

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OPINION - What Rafael Nadal meant to this Roger Federer obsessive

Few individuals have brought me greater misery than Rafael Nadal. His viciously top spinning forehands rearing up high to Roger Federer's single-handed backhand marked my childhood. And early adulthood. And, given both athletes’ longevity, managed to haunt my relentless creep into pre-middle age too.

Evening Standard

Who is Rafael Nadal’s wife? Meet Maria ‘Xisca’ Perello.

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USA Today Sports Media Group

Rafael Nadal Announces Upcoming Retirement in Emotional Video

The 38-year-old has won 22 Grand Slams, including 14 French Open titles.

Sports Illustrated

Rafael Nadal Was a Different Kind of Superstar, and Changed Tennis Forever

Humility can be a rare occurrence in sports, but Nadal deployed it as a superpower, charging to 22 major titles in a never-to-be-replicated career.

Sports Illustrated

Rafael Nadal Announces Retirement After Historic Tennis Career

Rafael Nadal, the 'King of Clay,' retires at 38 after winning 22 Grand Slam titles, leaving behind a legendary legacy in tennis.

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Rafael Nadal’s retirement announcement leads to so much love from the tennis world

Rafael Nadal is retiring and the tennis world paid tribute.

The Independent UK

Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’

The duo enjoyed a legendary rivalry at the top of men’s tennis and Federer retired playing with Nadal in 2022

The Independent UK

When will Rafael Nadal’s last match be?

Nadal will retire from tennis after the Davis Cup finals on home soil in Malaga at the end of November

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons

Nadal’s forehand left many opponents watching on in staggered disbelief.

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Rafael Nadal Calls Time On Epic Tennis Career

Rafael Nadal on Thursday announced he will retire after the Davis Cup finals in November, ending a career which brought 22 Grand Slam titles, global respect and inspired epic, iconic rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal’s retirement statement in full: ‘I leave with absolute peace of mind’

The 22-time Grand Slam champion will retire after the season-ending Davis Cup Finals in Malaga

The Times of India

End of an era! Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis after season's end

Spain’s tennis legend Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam singles champion, announced on Thursday that he will retire from professional tennis at the conclusion of the season, effective after the Davis Cup final.

The Guardian - UK

‘A difficult decision’: Rafael Nadal announces retirement from tennis at 38

Rafael Nadal has announced that the upcoming Davis Cup final will be his final tournament as a professional

Evening Standard

Rafael Nadal announces tennis retirement in emotional video: 'It's the right time'

One of the sport’s all-time greats to call it quits after the Davis Cup finals in Spain next month

The Independent UK

Nick Kyrgios makes final Rafael Nadal request after retirement announcement

Nadal will bring an end to his 23-year career as a professional at next month’s Davis Cup finals on home soil in Malaga

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis

The 38-year-old Spaniard won 22 grand slam titles.

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