Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis

The 38-year-old Spaniard won 22 grand slam titles
Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis

By Andy Sims, PA

Rafael Nadal has announced he is to retire from professional tennis.

The 38-year-old Spaniard, who won 22 grand slam titles including 14 at the French Open, revealed the news in a video message posted on X.

He said: “Hello everyone. I’m here to let you know that I am retiring from professional tennis.”

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