Rafael Nadal, the former World No. 1 and 22-time Grand Slam champion, has announced his retirement from professional tennis, with a farewell planned during the upcoming Davis Cup finals in Malaga, starting November 19. Tournament Director Feliciano Lopez expressed excitement about hosting Nadal's final tournament and revealed plans for a special tribute to honor his illustrious career, although details remain confidential for now. Many tennis stars, including Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, have expressed their desire to attend the farewell, alongside athletes from various sports, making it a highly anticipated event. Lopez emphasized that while Nadal's retirement is significant, it will not overshadow the importance of the Davis Cup itself, a sentiment echoed by Nadal. Lopez praised Nadal as potentially the greatest Spanish athlete of all time, highlighting the respect and admiration he commands in the sporting world. The celebration aims to be a fitting conclusion to Nadal's remarkable legacy in tennis.