"His Legacy Will Be Eternal." Alcaraz on Nadal's Career End

Yesterday, Spain's team lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup quarterfinals, but all eyes were on the legendary Rafael Nadal. In that match, the 38-year-old Spaniard played his final professional match.

Nadal’s fellow Spaniard, Carlos Alcaraz, commented on the retirement of the former world number one.

Quote: "One day, I’ll be able to tell my grandchildren that I played with Rafa: Nadal leaves behind an unmatched legacy.

I think he was one of the best ambassadors for tennis. I mean, his legacy will be eternal. You know, he was great for tennis, for the sport as a whole.

Yes, it’s tough, at least for me. I don’t think he should continue. It’s difficult, almost impossible. I’ll try to do my best, but right now, you know, it’s time to just say nice things about Rafa, about what he’s done throughout his career. He was probably one of the players who brought tennis to the pinnacle of global sport," said Alcaraz about Nadal.

Reminder: Over his long career, Rafael Nadal won 12 Grand Slam titles.