The 22-time Major winner Rafael Nadal is preparing for his final dance at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. Rafa will end his career in the national jersey, although he does not want to pressure anyone,

Nadal’s total commitment to competition, his endurance, his embrace of suffering, his aggression, even his ritualistic placement of his water bottles—clichés become inescapable. He gives you a sense that every backhand,

Nadal gave everything to recover his form following a severe hip injury at last year's Australian Open. He played 19 singles matches this season, reaching one final but struggling to chase notable titles. At 38, Rafa decided to terminate his incredible tennis journey after 23 years on the professional circuit.