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- Rafael Nadal faces speculation about retirement after Olympic loss.
- Pau Gasol shares heartfelt thanks to Nadal, hinting at retirement.
- Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell shows support for Team USA at the Olympics.
End of an Era for Tennis Legend?
Tennis icon Rafael Nadal’s future is under the spotlight following a significant defeat to Novak Djokovic at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The loss has sparked conversations about whether Nadal will hang up his racket for good.
Amidst the retirement rumors, basketball star Pau Gasol expressed his admiration for Nadal on social media, thanking him for his inspiring career and the excitement he brought to fans. Gasol’s message, filled with gratitude, suggests that Nadal’s retirement might be imminent, although Nadal himself has not confirmed any decision.
Meanwhile, in the basketball realm, Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell, amidst trade rumors, was seen supporting his teammates LeBron James and Anthony Davis at the Olympics. Despite his uncertain future with the Lakers, Russell’s presence in Paris underscores his camaraderie with his fellow Lakers.
