Rafael Nadal Says He Is 'Close To Retirement,' Talks Roger Federer
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Rafael Nadal spoke about retirement, his friend and former rival Roger Federer and life as a father at a press conference ahead of his 'The Netflix Slam' match against Carlos Alcaraz in Las Vegas on Sunday.
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Roger Federer: John McEnroe explains why epic Rafael Nadal DEFEAT was retiring icon's greatest moment
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For Me You Are the Greatest Tennis Player in History Daniil
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Roger Federer retires after teaming with Nadal in last match – Twin Cities
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Roger Federer hasn't thanked me for beating Rafael Nadal… I'm still waiting, says Robin Soderling
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For Me You Are the Greatest Tennis Player in History Daniil
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Rafael Nadal says he was 'close to retirement' just days before Wimbledon - TennisBuzz - Breaking tennis news, live scores and features
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Rafael Nadal Draws Real Parallels Between Serena Williams and Roger Federer's Retirement Situation: 'The Most Important Thing at This Stage…' - EssentiallySports
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Federer Makes More From Endorsements than Nadal, Djokovic Combined
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Roger Federer hopes Rafael Nadal “can go out on his own terms”
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