Rafael Nadal Announces Retirement from Tennis

Rafael Nadal, 38, has announced his retirement from professional tennis after an illustrious 23-year career, during which he claimed 22 Grand Slam titles, including 14 French Open championships. In a heartfelt video, Nadal expressed the difficulties he faced in recent years due to injuries, stating that he could no longer play without limitations. Despite his firm decision, his uncle Toni Nadal revealed that Rafael had hoped to compete for another season, particularly on clay, before officially retiring. Toni admitted that he learned about Rafa's retirement decision a month prior but had not seen the emotional retirement video. The announcement has evoked emotional responses from across the tennis community, including tributes from fellow legends like Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Nadal will play his final matches at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, representing Spain, alongside younger talents like Carlos Alcaraz.