An incredible final match in Madrid under the lights saw world number one Rafael Nadal triumph against Denis Shapovalov as the Spaniard won Spain’s second singles fixture to seal a remarkable Davis Cup victory on home soil.

Earlier in the weekend, Canada had eliminated Russia, while Spain had edged past Britain, Kyle Edmund winning his singles match against Feliciano López, but Nadal beat Dan Eveans then came straight back onto court as he and Lopez triumphed against Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (10-8).

With Roberto Bautista Agut claiming an earlier victory against Felix Auger-Aliassime in a 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 win on the final day, the stage was set for world number one Rafael Nadal to close out the win.

Recently married, surviving a challenge from Novak Djokovic at the ATP Finals to retain his numero uno status, Nadal was never going to be denied against the talented Canadian Shapovalov. And, despite the latter providing many dramatic moments along the way with some stunning returns and amazing winners, Shapovalov couldn’t quite get over the line in both sets.