Rafael Nadal will represent Spain in their Davis Cup finals opening singles match against the Netherlands on Tuesday.
The legendary tennis player, who will retire after this tournament, has been chosen by team captain David Ferrer to compete against Botic van de Zandschulp in Malaga.
This Davis Cup competition marks the conclusion of Nadal’s remarkable professional career spanning nearly 23 years.
The winner of 22 Grand Slam titles has experienced numerous injury setbacks in recent years, which ultimately influenced his decision to retire.
Live Updates
* Nadal will serve first
‘Rafa Rafa’
* The arena was filled with emotion as the national anthem played, accompanied by chants of “Rafa, Rafa, Rafa.” The legendary Spaniard appeared visibly moved by the overwhelming support.
Order of play
Match One: Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp
Match Two: Carlos Alcaraz vs Tallon Griekspoor
Match Three (if required): Carlos Alcaraz & Marcel Granollers vs Wesley Koolhof & Botic van de Zandschulp
Can Nadal guide Spain to their first Davis Cup Since 2019?
* The stage is set for one of the greatest players to make an emotional farewell on home soil while trying to help Spain win a seventh Davis Cup title and their first since 2019 when he spurred them to victory in Madrid.
Final Preps
Head-to-Head
* This will be the third and final meeting between Rafael Nadal and Botic van de Zandschulp, with Nadal leading their head-to-head 2-0. The Spaniard defeated the Dutchman twice in 2022, first with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory en route to another French Open title, and later with a 6-4, 6-2, 7-6 win at Wimbledon.
Most awaited moment coming soon