Overview
- Nadal emphasized that a comeback as a player is impossible, saying the playing chapter is closed.
- He ruled out taking a full-time coaching role on tour because year-round travel does not suit his current family life.
- His remarks were published in an interview with AS and followed his recognition with the AS Legend Award.
- He remains involved in the sport through appearances and work at his academy, hitting with young players such as Alina Korneeva and Alex Eala.
- He concluded his career after Spain’s 1–2 Davis Cup loss to the Netherlands in Malaga last year and has since appeared at the Next Gen ATP Finals and a Roland Garros tribute.