Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from professional tennis, effective after the Davis Cup final in November. The 38-year-old, who won 22 Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold, cited persistent injuries as the reason for his decision. Nadal expressed gratitude to fans and reflected on his career, especially his five-time Madrid Open victories. Known for his dominance on clay courts, Nadal’s legacy as one of tennis' greatest champions will endure.SOURCES: AFP#AFP #RafaelNadal #DavisCup #GrandSlam #OlympicGold #MadridOpen #Nadal #ThankYouNadal #Spainnews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews