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Retiring tennis superstar Rafael Nadal (38) lost 6-4, 6-4 to Botic van de Zandschulp (29) in a Davis Cup quarter-final singles rubber on Tuesday as the Netherlands took a 1-0 lead against Spain. The 22-time Grand Slam winner will call time on his career in professional tennis at the end of Spain's participation in the tournament in Malaga, after two injury-ravaged years.

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Rafael Nadal, one of tennis's all-time greats, has confirmed that the Davis Cup in Malaga will mark the final chapter of his illustrious career. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is determined to focus on helping Spain secure victory in the men's team competition rather than letting emotions overshadow his farewell. 

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World number one Jannik Sinner (23) defeated Alex de Minaur (25) in straight sets to power holders Italy into the Davis Cup final with a 2-0 victory over Australia on Saturday. The two-time winners will face the Netherlands in Sunday's showpiece after the Dutch ousted Germany 2-0 on Friday to make the final for the first time in 104 years of trying.

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Spain's Carlos Alcaraz proved his resilience by defeating Russia's Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals on November 11, reigniting his title hopes despite recent health challenges. Alcaraz, a four-time Grand Slam champion, has been battling respiratory issues during the tournament in Turin. He wore pink nasal tape during his impressive 6-3, 7-6(8) victory, showing determination to push through his condition.

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