Spain’s Davis Cup captain, David Ferrer, has described Rafael Nadal’s farewell ceremony after his final match as “a bit sad” and “watered down.” In a candid interview, Ferrer highlighted the absence of “very important people” who had played key roles in Nadal’s illustrious career,

Federer was the first to reach 20 Grand Slam titles by winning the 2018 Australian Open, which was the last Major title of his legendary career. The former Swiss champion was the most loved player by fans in every corner of the planet and his impact on the sport is unparalleled.

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis' most illustrious figures, announced his retirement in October, marking the conclusion of a remarkable career spanning over two decades. The 38-year-old Nadal is set to play in his farewell tournament, the Davis Cup Finals, which will start Tuesday in his home country of Spain.

It was an emotional farewell from tennis for Nadal this week after Spain was eliminated in the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup in Malaga

"The farewell to someone as important as Rafa was watered down; very important people in his career were missing."