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You made tennis world proud – Federer pays tribute to friend and rival Nadal

Nadal is making his farewell appearance at this week’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga.

The Independent UK

Roger Federer pays tribute to Rafael Nadal ahead of retirement with emotional message

Federer said Nadal challenged him more than any other player he faced

Evening Standard

Rafael Nadal more focused on helping Spain win Davis Cup tie than retirement

The 38-year-old is saying goodbye to tennis at the Davis Cup in Malaga.

The Independent UK

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End Of An Era As Nadal Aims For Winning Davis Cup Farewell

Spanish superstar Rafael Nadal will cap his emotional farewell from tennis at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga this week even if he admits he may not make it onto the courts.

International Business Times

Carlos Alcaraz turns attention to Rafael Nadal farewell after ATP Finals exit

Alcaraz exited in the group stage after losing 7-6 (5) 6-4 to Alexander Zverev.

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal Arrives In Malaga For Davis Cup Finals

Rafael Nadal arrives in Malaga, Spain for his final competitive tennis tournament as part of Team Spain in Davis Cup.

SportsCasting

Orlando Pride's Rafaelle Souza Ruled Out of NWSL Playoffs Due to Injury

Orlando Pride's Rafaelle Souza placed on season-ending injury list ahead of NWSL playoffs.

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Davis Cup Aiming For 'Special' Nadal Retirement Celebration

The Davis Cup will provide a special farewell to retiring tennis great Rafael Nadal at the November final eight, tournament director Feliciano Lopez said on Tuesday.

International Business Times

Rafael Leao moving towards January exit, with Arsenal and Chelsea on alert: report

Barcelona and Premier League clubs are keeping an eye on Leao’s relationship with AC Milan boss Paulo Fonseca

FourFourTwo

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

Djokovic and Nadal met a record 60 times and shared 46 grand slam titles in a record rivalry

The Independent UK

Carlos Alcaraz and His Team Emotionally React to Rafael Nadal's Retirement News

Alcaraz idolized his fellow countryman when he first started playing tennis.

Sports Illustrated

Rafael Nadal gave his all until he simply couldn’t anymore and had to retire: Analysis

Rafael Nadal’s tennis career will be remembered because of the numbers, yes — the 14 French Open trophies, the 22 Grand Slam titles overall, the nearly two decades in the top 10, and so on — and, without a doubt, because of his riveting rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak…

The Independent UK

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".

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The Guardian - UK

‘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

Al Jazeera

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.

Evening Standard

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.

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

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The National (Scotland)

Rafael Nadal makes announcement confirming whether he will participate at US Open

Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the upcoming US Open.

The Independent UK

Rafael Nadal suggests he will skip US Open and hints at impending retirement

Nadal was knocked out of the Olympic men’s doubles with Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals.

Sports Illustrated

Djokovic Won but It Was Nadal’s Moment at Paris Olympics on Roland Garros Clay

On a court where he has won 14 Grand Slam titles, the King of Clay was overpowered by his longtime rival but his efforts were a reminder of why he is so exalted.

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Rafael Nadal Hints At Continuing Career, Potential Last Dance With Djokovic

Rafael Nadal's strong performance at Roland Garros hints at a potential clash with Novak Djokovic at the Olympics, setting the stage for an exciting showdown.

The Independent UK

Carlos Alcaraz confident he can convert clay form to grass ahead of Queen’s

Carlos Alcaraz is back in London and ready to taste more success on the English lawn.

USA Today Sports Media Group

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