Spanish tennis superstar Rafael Nadal has been named in the Spain squad for the upcoming quarter-finals of the 2024 Davis Cup, where they will face off against Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam champion took a break from competition after his last appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, sitting out both the US Open and the Laver Cup. However, he is now set to make his return to the court alongside his compatriots.

Joining Nadal in the Spain squad is none other than world No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz, with whom he previously teamed up for the Olympic doubles in Paris. The duo made it to the quarter-finals at the Olympics before being knocked out by Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram. Now, they will look to lead their country to victory in the Davis Cup quarter-finals.

In addition to Nadal and Alcaraz, the Spain team includes Pablo Carreno Busta, Marcel Granollers, and Roberto Bautista Agut. This strong lineup will be aiming to secure a win over Netherlands in the upcoming clash in November. Spain topped Group B in the initial stage of the competition, while their opponents, Netherlands, finished second in Group A to earn their spot in the quarter-finals.

Despite missing out on the Laver Cup, Nadal remains focused on his commitment to the Davis Cup team. He emphasized the importance of supporting Team Europe and acknowledged that there are other players who can contribute to the team’s success in his absence. Nadal’s dedication to his team and country has been a consistent theme throughout his illustrious career.

Having won the Davis Cup on four previous occasions, Nadal is no stranger to success in this prestigious team event. As a two-time Olympic gold medallist, he brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Spain squad. With his return to the Davis Cup lineup, Nadal will undoubtedly be a key player as they strive for another title in this year’s competition.