Retiring Rafael Nadal defeated on ’emotional day’ at Davis Cup Finals farewellBy Eleanor Crooks, PA Tennis Correspondent, MalagaRafael Nadal soaked in the emotion of a memorable but bittersweet evening in Malaga. The 38-year-old is playing in his farewell tournament at the Davis Cup Finals having finally accepted last month that his body would no longer allow him to compete at the highest level. “Of course it has been an emotional day, nerves before what can be my last singles match,” he said. Rafael Nadal waves to the crowd (Manu Fernandez/AP) Photo by Manu Fernandez“But that’s it. I lost my first match in the Davis Cup, and I lost my last one.

Source: Irish Independent November 20, 2024 03:26 UTC