The men’s professional tennis association, ATP, updated its official website on the 18th and announced that the former world No.Comments from R. Nadal (Spain) have been posted.
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The 38-year-old Nadal, who has a total of 92 tour titles, is known as the “King of Red Clay,” having won 14 times at Roland Garros (France/Paris, Red Clay, Grand Slam), one of the four major tournaments. Reigns at number 1 in the world ranking. He has a total of 22 wins in the four major tournaments.
Last month, Nadal announced that he would retire after the Davis Cup Finals Final 8.
Nadal appeared at a press conference on the 18th ahead of the opening match between Spain and the Netherlands on the 19th and spoke about his current state of mind as his retirement approaches.
“There’s no such thing as an ideal breakup. Movie script endings are for American movies, and I realized a long time ago that I wouldn’t have one.”
“Through good times and bad, I will try to approach everything with the same level of composure as I have always dealt with everything.”
“Of course, this is the end of a stage in my life. I’ve shared many years with many of them (team-mates), and to a lesser extent with other players, I’m used to watching them on TV every week. I feel the same way when I look at other players. After all, they are part of my life.”
“I understand that for a lot of people who grew up watching me play, it’s over and they’ll never see me play professionally again. It’s going to happen, and now it’s my turn.”
“I’ve done everything I can and I know my time has come. As I’ve done so many times before and it’s worked out so well, age-wise and everything. Due to the buildup and injury, the time has now come for us to say goodbye.”
The tournament will feature eight countries (Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Australia, USA, Germany, Canada, and Argentina) competing for the world’s number one spot in a tournament format. The match will consist of two singles matches and one doubles match, with the winner being the first to win two matches.
In order to have the best farewell, Nadal will be joined by a team consisting of Carlos Alcaraz (Spain), Raymond Martinez (Spain), Raymond Bautista-Agu (Spain), Marcelo Granogelos (Spain), and captain D.・He made it clear that he wants to win the title with Ferrer (Spain).
“We’re here to fight. We can’t let anything else distract us from what we’re here for, which is to do our best to get the best possible result.”
“It would be great if the whole team could be competitive and win the Davis Cup. It would be a great farewell for me and great joy for everyone.”
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In what ways do you think Rafael Nadal‘s legacy will influence the next generation of tennis players?
Section 1: Nadal’s Retirement from Tennis
Interviewer: Good morning, gentlemen. Today we have two esteemed guests, Tomas Berdych and Novak Djokovic, both of whom have had the privilege of competing against Rafael Nadal throughout their careers. Can you share your thoughts on his recent announcement of retirement from professional tennis?
Tomáš Berdych: Well, it’s always sad to see such a great player leaving the sport. But we all know that tennis is a tough sport, and everyone has their time. Rafael’s achievements will go down in history, and he’ll be remembered as one of the all-time greats.
Novak Djokovic: Absolutely. It’s a bittersweet moment for everyone in the tennis world. We’ll miss him on the court, but we understand that he’s achieved so much in his career and deserves to enjoy life away from tennis.
Interviewer: Do you think Rafael’s retirement will inspire changes in the sport or influence younger players’ careers?
Tomas Berdych: I think Rafael’s retirement will definitely inspire younger players to cherish their careers and appreciate every moment on the court. Also, it might make them start thinking about life after tennis earlier, which is essential for their mental health and overall well-being.
Novak Djokovic: Agreed. Rafael’s legacy goes beyond his on-court performances. He’s been an exceptional role model for many and has set an example of professionalism and dedication that younger players can learn from.
Section 2: Davis Cup Finals
Interviewer: Moving on to the Davis Cup Finals, both of you will be representing your countries in the tournament. What can we expect from the Spain-Netherlands match?
Tomas Berdych: I think it’s going to be an exciting match. Both teams have strong players, and any outcome is possible.
Novak Djokovic: Yes, I completely agree. We all know that Rafael will be giving it his all in his final match. It’s going to be an emotional day for him and his teammates.
Interviewer: Do you think Spain has an advantage over the Netherlands, considering their team composition and Rafael’
