Rafael Nadal's quest for an Olympic medal ended in disappointment at the 2016 Summer Olympics. After winning only one match against Thomaz Bellucci in the quarter-finals, he lost to Juan Martín del Potro in the semi-finals, then fell short in the bronze medal match against Japan's Kei Nishikori, losing in three hard-fought sets, 2–6, 7–6, 3–6. Despite his defeat, Nadal's performance showcased his resilience and determination on the Olympic stage.