At the press conference after his Six Kings Slam semi-final match, Rafa Nadalin his first public speech after announcing his retirement, spoke about the moment he took it.
It all happened after falling into the Paris Olympic Games both in singles against Novak Djokovic as in doubles forming a pair with Carlos Alcaraz.
The Spaniard took his time, thought about his physical condition, answered several uncomfortable questions and made the difficult decision.
“I made the decision a while ago. It took a while, but after the Olympics I gave myself a few weeks to think about it and realized I had already answered the questions I needed to answer by myself. make the decision that I believe to be the right one. »he pointed out.
He also spoke about what will be his last dance: “As for whether or not I will be ready for the Davis Cup, emotionally, I’m sure yes“.
“Physically, there is a month left. I will prepare for it and I will try to be in good shape to help the team win. “If I feel ready and the captain sees me ready, it will be his decision,” he added.
