On the same day, in the men's singles quarterfinals of the 2024 Madrid Open, Spanish player Nadal lost 0-2 to Czech player Lehechka and missed the promotion. After the match, Nadal said that this was the last time he would play in the Madrid Open in his career.
Rafael Nadal (center) poses for a photo after the match holding the commemorative trophy presented to him at the Madrid Open. Xinhua/AFP
Rafael Nadal greets the crowd after the match on April 30. Xinhua/AFP
Rafael Nadal (right) poses with Leheczka before the match on April 30. Xinhua/AFP
On April 30, Nadal returned the ball during the match. Xinhua/AFP
On April 30, Lehechka returned the ball during the match. Xinhua/AFP