Roger Federer has paid tribute to Rafael Nadal ahead of the Spaniard’s retirement from tennis, revealing their rivalry made him “enjoy the game even more”. Nadal’s career comes to an end this week at the Davis Cup, where he will represent Spain for the final time as he looks to go out on a high.

Rafael Nadal's tennis career includes 22 Grand Slam trophies, a record 14 French Open titles and plenty of other significant numbers.

Dutch Davis Cup team captain Paul Haarhuis cheekily warned Rafael Nadal that Netherlands will be looking to spoil his farewell and instantly end it.