Rafael Nadal

The idea carries a weight of history. Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’s rivalry, fondly branded “Fedal” by fans, defined an era of tennis with epic finals from Wimbledon to Melbourne, producing some of the sport’s most iconic moments.

Virat Kohli, LeBron James, Rafa Nadal are team owners in world's first electric powerboating competition

Besides Kohli, the championship boasts of high-profile team owners such as basketball legend James (Team AlUla), music producer and DJ Steve Aoki (Aoki Racing Team), and NFL great Tom Brady (Team Brady).

Rafael Nadal Retires: 22 Grand Slam Titles and an Unmatched Legacy

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’ greatest icons, has retired at 38 following Spain’s Davis Cup exit. His illustrious career includes 22 Grand Slam titles, starting with a victorious debut at the 2005 French Open as a teenager. Nadal dominated the French Open, winning it 14 times, including his final major in 2022 after overcoming injuries. His other highlights include a career Grand Slam, record battles with Federer and Djokovic, and iconic comebacks like the 2022 Australian Open victory after a two-set deficit. Known for resilience and passion, Nadal’s retirement marks the end of an era in tennis history.

Rafael Nadal: A legend bids farewell to tennis

Despite the loss, the unwavering support from the fans in the arena — a sea of red flags and chants of “Rafa, Rafa!” — was a testament to the love and admiration he commands.

Roger Federer pens emotional note for retiring Rafa Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’ - read full text

Roger Federer pours his heart out for retiring Rafael Nadal. The Spaniard will play his last tournament as a professional tennis player in the Davis Cup Finals between November 19 and 24.

Rafael Nadal and Spain's captain won't say whether he'll play at the Davis Cup

Neither Rafael Nadal nor Spanish captain David Ferrer would say Monday whether the 22-time Grand Slam champion will play at the Davis Cup Final 8, his last event before retirement.

'Gracias, Rafa': Nadal will head into retirement after Spain hosts Davis Cup

Spain's captain, David Ferrer, the 2013 French Open runner-up to Nadal, has not yet told the world how he will employ the star in Malaga

Rafa Nadal's final match at Davis Cup 2024: Live streaming details, timings in IST, when and where to watch and other key info

The Davis Cup Finals will be held in Malaga, Spain, from November 19th to 24th. Rafael Nadal will play his last game in this competition. Here is all you need to know.

Retiring Rafael Nadal won't play Davis Cup singles if he's not feeling good enough

Rafael Nadal is ready to skip singles matches at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga if he feels he is not good enough to help Spain succeed in his farewell tournament.

Novak Djokovic tops Rafael Nadal before Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz for the title at the Six Kings Slam exhibition

Jannik Sinner beat Carlos Alcaraz 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-3 for the championship in the Six Kings Slam exhibition Saturday after Novak Djokovic topped Rafael Nadal 6-2, 7-6 (5) in the third-place match.

Rafael Nadal: The End of an Era and the Fading of Tennis’ Big 3

Rafa Nadal, known as the King of Clay, redefined what it meant to be a relentless competitor.

Rafael Nadal announces retirement, sets Davis Cup final as Last Dance

Rafa Nadal's retirement will be effective after the Davis Cup final, which is scheduled to be played in Malaga, Spain, in November.

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Laver Cup

Rafa Nadal has pulled out of next week's Laver Cup because he would not be able to play at his best as he battles to regain full fitness, the Spaniard said on Thursday.

Novak Djokovic beats rival Rafael Nadal at Paris Olympics

Djokovic owns 24 Grand Slam titles, and Nadal 22, the two highest men’s totals in the century-plus history of the sport, both have been ranked No. 1, and no pair of men has played each other more often in the professional era.

Nadal says he's not sure he''ll play singles after winning in doubles with Alcaraz at Paris Olympics

Nadal and Alcaraz — Spain's old-and-new pairing of tennis superstars — won the first match they've ever played together as a doubles team, eliminating Argentina's Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni 7-6 (4), 6-4.

Nadal and Alcaraz to play doubles together for Spain at Paris Olympics

The announcement comes three days after the 21-year-old Alcaraz won the French Open for the first time, earning his third Grand Slam trophy

Fans sad at Nadal's elimination from French Open, possibly his 'last dance'

Spectators at Roland Garros were saddened as 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal was ousted in the first round on Monday, marking his earliest exit in the tournament. Nadal lost to fourth-seed Alexander Zverev in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6(5), 6-3, leaving fans wondering if the Spaniard will return to the Grand Slam court he has dominated for two decades. The 22-time major champion, who first won the French Open in 2005 and last lifted the 'Musketeers' Cup' in 2022, had hinted that this year might be his final one on the tour. Despite flashes of his top form, the 37-year-old ultimately went down fighting. Nadal expressed hope to return to Roland Garros for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Rafael Nadal’s French Open affair may be over after first-round exit

The tennis event at the Paris Olympics will also be played at Roland Garros, and Nadal spoke of that being motivation to be back later this year. But the French Open journey – long, winding and beautiful – looks to be over.

Rafael Nadal knocked out of likely last French Open by Alexander Zverev

Rafael Nadal, who turns 38 on June 3, went down 6-3, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 to world number four Zverev in the French Open

If this is Rafael Nadal's last French Open, it should be similar to Serena Williams' last US Open

Nadal missed nearly all of 2023 after hurting his hip during a loss at the Australian Open that January. He had surgery almost exactly a year ago and sat out the French Open for the first time since making his debut there in 2005, when, naturally, he claimed the trophy at age 19.

Rafael Nadal Unsure About French Open Participation After Rome Exit

Rafael Nadal expresses uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming French Open after being defeated by Hubert Hurkacz in the Italian Open. Despite Nadal's record 14 French Open wins, his decision remains unclear due to lingering physical concerns.

Unseeded Rafael Nadal enters Italian Open | Hopes to compete at the French Open

Rafael Nadal hopes his body will allow him to keep playing as he looks ahead to the French Open and Olympics this summer. The 37-year-old Spaniard, who has said he expects to retire after the 2024 season, returned to competition in Brisbane in January after almost a year sidelined with a hip flexor injury. The 22-time Grand Slam singles champion enters the Italian Open unseeded and ranked 305 in the world. Watch the video to know more

Tennis: Rafael Nadal withdraws from Indian Wells

The Spaniard, 37, returned to competition in Brisbane in January after almost a year sidelined with a hip flexor injury, but had to miss the Australian Open with another muscle tear.

Rafael Nadal to make tour return at Brisbane International

Nadal has previously expressed a desire to play one more French Open and represent Spain at the Paris Olympics next year before retiring at the end of his 23rd season on the tour.

Infosys continues love affair with tennis, courts world No. 1 Iga Swiatek as brand ambassador

The announcement comes just a day after Rafael Nadal was announced as Infosys' brand ambassador.