Spain's Rafa Nadal, who won 22-grand slam singles title, said on Thursday he was putting an end to his professional tennis career, a decision effective after the Davis Cup final.

The Swiss tennis player paid tribute to Rafa Nadal after he announced his retirement, both men having one of the great rivalries.

Rafa Nadal's farewell from tennis marks the end of an era for the sport, as one of the most iconic players in tennis history bids adieu. Emotionally reflecting on his journey, Nadal paid tribute to the countless individuals who have been integral to his career.

The following is Rafa Nadal's retirement statement in which the 22-times Grand Slam champion said on Thursday that he would end his career at the Davis Cup next month: "Hello everybody. I'm here to tell you that I'm retiring from professional tennis.

The most important news today is undoubtedly that of the retirement of Rafael Nadal, who will say goodbye to the professional tour after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga in November. That will be the last event of the legendary career of the Spaniard, aware that it is the right time to start his second life.

Rafael Nadal, one of the most successful and admired tennis players in history, has amassed a considerable fortune throughout his career, both from his on-court achievements and lu

Cristiano Ronaldo has paid a touching tribute to tennis legend Rafael Nadal after the Spaniard announced his retirement from professional tennis at the end of the year.

Mackenzie Salmon looks at the career of Rafael Nadal and his sheer dominance on the clay courts at the French Open.

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis's greatest icons, announced on Thursday that he will retire next month at age 38. The 22-time Grand Slam champion revealed the decision on social media. In the video, he states the upcoming Davis Cup finals in Malaga,

The sports world reacts to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing he will retire from tennis after next month’s Davis Cup finals