Andy Murray jokes that Rafael Nadal throws PS controllers after losing

The curtains came down on Rafael Nadal’s career after the Spanish star’s defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp in the David Cup quarterfinals clash between Spain and the Netherlands. The…

Why the stereotypes associated with Rafael Nadal are not exactly what they seem

It is frivolous to use imagery of war to describe elite sport. The idea that multi-millionaire athletes who knock around a ball for a few hours have anything to do…

Rafael Nadal retires: Six incredible stats that sum up Rafa’s legendary tennis career

A glorious sporting career came to a close in front of roaring home fans, as an emotional Rafael Nadal bid farewell to tennis. Nadal lost 6-4. 6-4 to Dutchman Botic…

Rafael Nadal retires: In his last match, Spaniard produces another ‘is he going to play every point like that?’ moment

When you think of Rafael Nadal’s incredible ability to fight for every point like his depended on it, you think of the famous Nike advert. The one where it is…

WATCH: Nadal’s emotional farewell speech after retirement: “I would like to be remembered as….” | Tennis News

After his final appearance on the tennis court ended in a defeat on Tuesday, Rafael Nadal said that he is content with the legacy he has etched at a professional…

Roger Federer writes emotional farewell note for Rafa Nadal: ‘You made me enjoy game even more’

Roger Federer wrote an emotional letter for Rafael Nadal as the Spanish tennis ace gets ready to bid adieu to the sport. Federer and Nadal have been rivals on the…

Rafael Nadal, the ultimate ‘paisa vasool’ sportsperson | Tennis News

Rafael Nadal always kept his side of the bargain with the paying public. No one ever walked out of a stadium that Nadal had graced, feeling cheated. Statistically, he might…

Rafael Nadal announces retirement: ‘Hoped this day would never come,’ says Roger Federer; Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute | Tennis News

22-time grand slam winner Rafael Nadal announced that he will be retiring after the Davis Cup finals next month. Nadal, who has been on the professional circuit since 2001, took…

QUICK COMMENT: Rafael Nadal must go down as an all-court great, not just a clay king

It is hard to argue that there has been a greater sporting achievement to come out of tennis – in terms of size, longevity, or fame – than Rafael Nadal’s…

Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis | Tennis News

Rafael Nadal on Thursday has announced his retirement from professional tennis. The 38-year-old will make his final appearance for Spain at November’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. Mil gracias a…