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After Long Fight For Glory, Rafael Nadal Leaves With A Legacy Of Memories

Rafael Nadal, whose career ended on Tuesday when Spain were knocked out of the Davis Cup, was the "King of Clay" who also reigned on every other surface as he accumulated 22 Grand Slam titles while his even-keeled and humble demeanour, on and off the court, endeared him to rivals and legions of fans. One of his defining qualities was the astonishing ability to tough out marathon wins, but he clearly enjoyed playing and competing and showed humility in victory and poise in defeat.

'Titles Are There But...": Rafael Nadal's Emotional Remark After Tennis Retirement

Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old was beaten in the opening singles rubber of the quarter-finals as Netherlands defeated Spain 2-1 to reach the final four. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, enjoyed a glittering and historic career over the past 23 years. "I leave with the peace of mind that I have left a legacy, which I really feel is not just a sporting one but a personal one," Nadal told fans in Malaga in a speech during a ceremony to honour his retirement. "I understand that the love I have received, if it was just for what happened on the court, would not be the same."

Retiring Rafael Nadal defeated on ’emotional day’ at Davis Cup Finals farewell

Rafael Nadal soaked in the emotion of a memorable but bittersweet evening in Malaga.

Nadal would not pick himself to play singles if Spain advance in Davis Cup

MALAGA, Spain : Rafael Nadal said on Tuesday if he was Spain's Davis Cup captain he would not pick himself to play singles if they advance in the tournament after he lost their opening quarter-finals match 6-4 6-4 against the Netherlands' Botic van de Zandschulp.