Rafael Nadal's legendary tennis career has come to an end. The owner of 22 Grand Slams also saw the end of Spain's exit in the quarter-finals of the Davis Cup against the Netherlands. Nadal also couldn't reach the end. In singles, he lost 6-4, 6-4 to Bottich von de Jandschulf of the Netherlands.
Nadal had already announced that he will bid farewell to his 23-year career with the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old star departed early in the tournament. After last night's loss, the Spaniard said that although he has retired from professional tennis, he is leaving behind a personal and tennis legacy.
Crowds flocked to Malaga to witness the beginning of Nadal's end. However, after Spain's 2-1 loss to the fans, he said with tears in his eyes about his retirement, 'I am leaving with peace of mind. Leaving a legacy. Which I think, not only in terms of sports, but also personally. I know the love I've received wouldn't have been the same if it was just for what I did on the court.'
At the time, Nadal credited those who helped him for contributing to his incredible career. Among them is his uncle Toni Nadal. Tony Nadal also has a big role behind Nadal's long career. He was coached by his uncle as a child.
