Last month, Rafael Nadal shared terrible news for tennis fans: his retirement at the end of this 2024 season. The Majorcan, who has had very little presence on the circuit for two years, will put away his rackets at the age of 38 in Davis Cup, in Malaga. He will try to shine one last time with the Spanish team 20 years after his debut.
Eliminated in the second round of Olympic Games in singles by Novak DjokovicRafael Nadal has not appeared on the official circuit since. The Mallorcan was present a few weeks ago for an exhibition in Saudi Arabia before preparing for the last meeting of his career. However, it is not yet known whether he will be lined up in singles alongside Carlos Alcaraz knowing that the quarter-final against the The Netherlands is scheduled for November 19.
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Nadal ready to play?
In physical delicacy for a while, Rafael Nadal appeared very far from his best level when he was able to play this year. For the Davis Cuphe is doing everything possible to be ready to play next week for his final appearances. “Knowing Rafa, I know he will do everything he can to play, that he will prepare. He is a born competitor, as there have been very few. I know him and I know that he will give 100% and that he will try to arrive prepared for his last match” asserts Roberto Bautista Agut46th in the world and teammate of Nadal for this team competition, in an interview for Mark. The main interested party is already present at Malaga for this final phase where he has already started training.
“It’s Rafa who will decide if he is ready to play or not”
In the Spanish team, there is no debate regarding number 1: Carlos Alcaraz. On the other hand, to designate the second singles player, the task is tougher. One thing is certain: Rafael Nadal will not enter the court if he does not feel 100% well on the grounds that it may be his last match. “It’s Rafa who will decide if he is ready to play or not” simply summarizes Roberto Bautista Agut. The Majorcan could also be lined up in doubles for his farewell to tennis.
