Rafael Nadal was defeated 6-4, 6-4 by Botic van de Zandschulp, his first Davis Cup singles loss in 20 years after winning 29 matches in a row. The quarter-final tie ended with the Netherlands defeating Spain 2-1 to end Nadal’s career. Afterwards, Nadal remained on court for a special ceremony and addressed the crowd, thanking all who had supported him through his career ‘We close the circle’: Rafa Nadal makes emotional exit after Davis Cup defeat