A passage from the Rudyard Kipling poem “If” is written on the wall of the players’ entrance to Wimbledon’s Centre Court. “If ...

When Rafael Nadal retires from professional tennis next ... He gives a quick swipe to his nose before tucking the hair behind his left ear, then repeats it on the right side—nose swipe, hair ...

After all, people like his uncle Toni Nadal and coach Carlos Moya have been by his side for many years. As Rafael noted, “They are not just coworkers, they are friends.” And for Rafael ...

As a youngster, he played in tank tops that showed off his bulging arms and kept his hair in place with bandanas. Nadal amassed titles despite playing in an era which also boasted Roger Federer ...

Over the coming days, Tennis.com will revisit the most surprising, significant defeats suffered by three iconic tennis stars: Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Age: Federer 35 ...

"In this life everything has a beginning and an end." LONDON -- Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his retirement from the sport at the age of 38. In a statement posted to social media ...

Rafael Nadal, the Spanish tennis legend who won 22 grand slam titles over the course of his career, on Thursday announced he will retire from professional tennis next month. Nadal turned pro at ...

PARIS — Spain's Rafa Nadal, who won 22 Grand Slam singles titles, said on Thursday he was putting an end to his career, a decision effective after the Davis Cup final after a professional ...

Even in his final moments in his most cherished tournament, Rafael Nadal remained defiant.

Last Friday, tennis fans were let down to learn Rafael Nadal formally announced his retirement. It came as no surprise, but it was still bittersweet. There are only three more chances to see Nadal ...