Rafael Nadal, a legend of the French Open, discusses his retirement plans following his unexpected defeat in the first round.

After suffering a tough loss in the first round of the French Open to Alexander Zverev, Rafael Nadal has shared an update on his future plans in the world of tennis. At 37 years old, many believed this could be his final appearance at Roland-Garros, but Nadal surprised everyone with a change of heart.

Before his match against Zverev, Nadal had hinted that he may return to play in the French Open again in the future, as the farewell ceremony was cancelled by organizers. As one of the greatest players in the history of tennis and a beloved figure in the sport, Nadal has 14 French Open titles under his belt and is known as the 'King of Clay'.

In his post-match interview, Nadal expressed his gratitude to the fans and the tournament, saying, "It is difficult for me to talk right now, as I am not sure if this is the last time I will be here in front of all of you. If it is, then you have been amazing. The emotions I am feeling today are hard to put into words. This is a place I love the most."

He also congratulated Zverev on his win and wished him the best for the rest of the tournament. Nadal then went on to reflect on his recent struggles with injuries and how he had been working towards his comeback, saying, "I have been through a tough two years with injuries, but my dream was always to come back and play here. Unfortunately, the first round didn't go as I had hoped, but I was competitive and had my chances against a great player like Sasha."

As for his future plans, Nadal admitted that it was hard to say at this point, but he was enjoying his time on the court and with his family. He also mentioned his goal to return for the Olympics, saying, "Maybe in two months I will feel like it's enough, but right now, I am motivated to come back and play in the Olympics. I hope to be well prepared and give my best."

Nadal also took a moment to reflect on his incredible journey at Roland-Garros, saying, "I never thought I would still be here at almost 38 years old, with all the success I have had. It has been a beautiful process, and I am grateful to everyone at Roland Garros who has supported me throughout my career."

He ended his interview by thanking the fans for their unwavering support, saying, "I cannot thank you all enough for the unforgettable moments and emotions you have given me on this court. I hope to see you all again, but I cannot say for sure at this moment."

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