Rafael Nadal is set to represent Spain in their opening Davis Cup Finals singles rubber against the Netherlands on Tuesday. Team captain David Ferrer chose Nadal to play against Botic van de Zandschulp in Malaga.
This Davis Cup will mark the final professional tournament in Nadal's illustrious 23-year career.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion has been grappling with injuries, leading to his decision to retire.
Nadal's participation in the singles rubbers remained uncertain until Ferrer's official announcement on Tuesday afternoon.
Nadal's last official singles match was at the Paris Olympics in July, where he was defeated in the second round.
"I'm not here to retire, I'm here to try to help Spain win the Davis Cup one more time."
Nadal boasts a remarkable 29-1 win-loss record in the Davis Cup, having made his debut for Spain in 2004.
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