Rafael Nadal's impending retirement will loom over the Davis Cup Final 8 from the moment it begins Tuesday in southern Spain. The blue sign, visible from the highway leaving Malaga's airport, is marked with large white letters that read,

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

Nadal will retire from tennis after representing Spain in the tournament he has already won four times during his illustrious career

Rafa Nadal said he could skip singles matches at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga this week and limit himself to doubles action if it helped Spain's title chances in his last tournament as a professional player.

Rafael Nadal admitted Saturday that he may be forced to sit out the singles at the Davis Cup Finals where the Spanish superstar will call time on his iconic, record-setting career.

Rafa Nadal said he could skip singles matches at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga this week and limit himself to doubles action if it helped Spain’s title chances in his last tournament as a professional player.

The 38-year-old Nadal has been on tour for more than 20 years and is the second member of the so-called Big Three of men’s tennis to stop playing. Roger Federer announced his departure in 2022, while Novak Djokovic is still near the top of the game.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz said playing in Rafa Nadal's career farewell in the Davis Cup Final Eight will be the most special event he will play in his career.

Tennis icons Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer are among the notable figures expected to attend Nadal’s final matches, underscoring the significance of this moment for the sport. Spain’s journey begins with their clash against the Netherlands, with the winner advancing to face either Germany or Canada in the semi-finals.

The veteran led Spain to victory in Madrid five years ago – the last time they won the trophy and Nadal’s fourth. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Rafa Nadal, planning his Davis Cup finale, considers participating only in doubles matches to boost Spain's chances. Plagued by injuries, the tennis legend prioritizes team success over personal ambition.