Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis

10 Oct 2024 • 5:45 PM MYT
The Independent
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Rafael Nadal has announced he is to retire from professional tennis.

The 38-year-old Spaniard, who won 22 grand slam titles including 14 at the French Open, revealed the news in a video message posted on X.

He said: “Hello everyone. I’m here to let you know that I am retiring from professional tennis.”