Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam Champion Rafael Nadal Announcing His Impending Retirement

Rafael Nadal of Spain celebrates after winning a point against Frances Tiafoe of the United States during the fourth round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York on Sept. 5, 2022. Eduardo Munoz Alvarez/AP Photo

MADRID—Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing Thursday that he will retire from tennis after next month’s Davis Cup finals:

“What a career, Rafa! I always hoped this day would never come. Thank you for the unforgettable memories and all your incredible achievements in the game we love. It’s been an absolute honor!” — Roger Federer.