Rafael Nadal has lost 6-4, 6-4 to Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands in the Davis Cup quarterfinals in what will be the last match of the 22-time Grand Slam champion’s career.

Botic van de Zandschulp was a contributor to both points for the Netherlands, having defeated Rafa earlier Tuesday in Malaga.

Nadal won 22 Grand Slam titles in his career and retires as one of the greatest men's tennis players of all time.

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