Rafael Nadal is getting set to retire from professional tennis after one last event. He will be part of Spain’s team at the Davis Cup finals that start Tuesday in front of a home crowd in Malaga.

Carlos Alcaraz said he was hoping to make Rafael Nadal's tennis farewell at the Davis Cup Finals a victorious one after he was dumped out of the ATP Finals at the group stage with a straight-sets defeat to Alexander Zverev on Friday.

Rafael Nadal is ending his career at next week's Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. The ATP released a video of his rivals talking about Rafa's legacy and unprecedented fighting spirit. Sebastian Korda joked about his idol, saying he never wanted to play on clay again after losing to him at the 2020 Roland Garros.

Rafael Nadal is preparing to retire from professional tennis, with his final event set for the Davis Cup finals starting Tuesday in front of a home

Nadal gave everything to recover his form following a severe hip injury at last year's Australian Open. He played 19 singles matches this season, reaching one final but struggling to chase notable titles. At 38, Rafa decided to terminate his incredible tennis journey after 23 years on the professional circuit.

Carlos Alcaraz turns attention to Rafael Nadal farewell after ATP Finals exit - Alcaraz exited in the group stage after losing 7-6 (5) 6-4 to Alexander Zverev.