Official announcements from the International Tennis Hall of Fame

Rafael Nadal Retires After Spain's 2-1 Davis Cup Elimination in 2024

Nov 19, 2024, 11:13 PM

Rafael Nadal has officially retired from professional tennis following Spain's elimination from the 2024 Davis Cup. In his final match, Nadal faced Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands. The Dutch team, represented by Wesley Koolhof and Van de Zandschulp, defeated Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Marcel Granollers in a decisive doubles match with scores of 7-6(4), 7-6(3), securing a 2-1 victory and advancing to the semifinals in Malaga. Nadal's illustrious career, which includes 22 Grand Slam titles, has been celebrated worldwide. His retirement marks the end of an era in tennis, leaving a significant legacy in the sport.