'In this life everything has a beginning and an end.'
"In this life everything has a beginning and an end."Carlos Alcaraz of Spain and Rafael Nadal of Spain react during a match at Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, Franc, on July 31, 2024.legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from the sport at the age of 38.
Nadal’s prowess on the tennis court is unparalleled in the history of the sport, particularly on clay. He is one of only three men to complete the Career Golden Slam in singles and has won 92 ATP-level singles titles -- 63 of these coming on clay courts -- including 36 Masters titles and an Olympic gold medal.
“I am very excited that my last tournament will be the final of the Davis Cup and representing my country,” Nadal said. “I think I have come full circle since one of my first great joys as a professional tennis player was the Davis Cup final in Sevilla in 2004. I feel super, super lucky for all the things I have been able to experience.”
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