Rafael Nadal: The Matches, The Stats, The Fashion, The Impact

On Thursday, October 10, Rafael Nadal announced that he will retire from professional tennis at November's Davis Cup final in Malaga, Spain. The 38-year-old has given the sport and his fans countless memories over the past two decades. This page chronicles just some of the Spaniard's unique impact on the game, both on and off the court, and will continuously be updated.

I feel super, super lucky for all the things I’ve been able to experience. Rafael Nadal

Tignor: Rafael Nadal is an all-time great sportsman, but he is also something more

The 22-time Grand Slam champion is a philosophy in motion, a model for how to face up to life.

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Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis, will play last match at Davis Cup

The 22-time Grand Slam champion released a heartfelt video thanking fans for their support over a career spanning over two decades.

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Behind the lens: The magic of Rafael Nadal, red clay and Roland Garros

Five photographers reflect on capturing nearly two decades worth of Rafa moments in Paris.

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Rafael Nadal Fashion Retrospective: From sleeveless tops and “pirate” pants to bold and bright in Nike

Turn back the clock and enjoy the evolution of the Spaniard's iconic apparel.

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Rafael Nadal’s career stats, and where they place him in tennis history

From 22 career Grand Slam titles to 209 weeks at No. 1 and Olympic gold, there’s a lot to cover.

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French Connection: Appreciating Rafael Nadal’s First 11 Roland Garros championships

The most impressive wins, and closest calls, from the King of Clay's title runs on the terre battue.

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The 10 Matches That Made Rafael Nadal the King of Clay, Part 1

👉 MATCH 1: 2003 Monte Carlo, second round: Nadal d. Albert Costa, 7-5, 6-3
👉 MATCH 2: 2004 Davis Cup, final: Nadal d. Andy Roddick, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 7-6 (6), 6-2
👉 MATCH 3: 2005 Rome, final: Nadal d. Guillermo Coria, 6-4, 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (6)
👉 MATCH 4: 2005 Roland Garros, semifinal: Nadal d. Roger Federer, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3
👉 MATCH 5: 2006 Rome, final: Nadal d. Roger Federer, 6-7 (0), 7-6 (5), 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (5)

The 10 Matches That Made Rafael Nadal the King of Clay, Part 2

👉 MATCH 6: 2009 Madrid, semifinals: Nadal d. Novak Djokovic, 3-6, 7-6 (5), 7-6 (9)
👉 MATCH 7: 2011 Davis Cup, final: Nadal d. Juan Martin del Potro, 1-6, 6-4, 6-1, 7-6 (0)
👉 MATCH 8: 2012 Roland Garros, final: Nadal d. Novak Djokovic, 6-4, 6-3, 2-6, 7-5
👉 MATCH 9: 2013 Roland Garros, semifinal: Nadal d. Novak Djokovic, 6-4, 3-6, 6-1, 6-7 (3), 9-7
👉 MATCH 10: 2022 Roland Garros, quarterfinal: Nadal d. Novak Djokovic, 6-2, 4-6, 6-2, 7-6 (4)