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As the former world No. 1 prepares to hang up his racquets, here is Nadal talking tennis philosophy, finding joy through suffering, his biggest rivalries and more.
Published Nov 18, 2024
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Nadal won 22 Grand Slam titles during his career, including 14 at Roland Garros.
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Born with a degenerative foot condition, Nadal struggled with chronic pain and injuries since his earliest days on tour.
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Nadal faced Federer 40 times, including in the 2008 Wimbledon final—which is widely remembered as the best men's tennis match in history.
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“I feel super, super lucky for all the things I’ve been able to experience,” said Nadal as he announced his upcoming retirement.
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