Spaniard Rafael Nadal retires after decades-long career in tennis

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Rafael Nadal has made an indelible mark on the world of tennis. Today, in Málaga, Spain, the longtime legend stepped onto the court for the final tournament of his professional career. The World’s Bianca Hillier reports on the legacy he’s leaving behind. 

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