Overview
- In a Movistar interview, Nadal said he was at peace with stopping after realizing his body could no longer meet his standards, describing his tank as empty.
- He confirmed he remains connected to the sport through his Rafa Nadal Academy and recently hit for 45 minutes with Alexandra Eala, though he no longer follows the tour daily.
- Reflecting on the Big Three, Nadal said constant mutual pressure left no margin to skip events and that their respectful rivalries showed younger players how to compete without hostility.
- Recent analysis identifies Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as the leading duo of the new era, with several contenders discussed but no established third pillar.
- Concerns about an unforgiving calendar persist, with reports noting player fatigue and Alcaraz’s withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters as calls grow to ease scheduling strain.