The Spaniard, his eternal rival and great friend, could not conceal his feelings at His Majesty’s retirement. “It’s been a lot of years sharing a lot of moments,” he said.
Roger Federer, considered by many to be the best tennis player in history and winner of 20 Grand Slam tournaments, said goodbye to tennis: he played his last doubles match, at the Laver Cup, with none other than Rafael Nadal, his eternal rival and also his great friend, who could not hide his feelings at the farewell: “Leaving is an important part of my life.”
“In the end it was very emotional,” the Spanish tennis player said in a press conference after playing with His Majesty in the last match of his professional career: “It is an honor to be a part of this important moment in the history of our sport.”
“Many years sharing many moments. When Roger leaves the circuit, an important part of my life also leaves.” Rafa expressed, no filter.
Nadal commented that the first serves of the match were “very difficult”, as he was “shaking” with nerves and could not serve normally. “But I enjoyed this moment, being a team with him. It makes it more special. I cannot speak of a particular moment. This night will never be forgotten”sentenced.
VIDEO: Rafael Nadal’s emotions at Federer’s farewell
Roger Federer’s emotional farewell
The Swiss, who turned 41 on August 8, left behind weeks of uncertainty and speculation when, due to a series of injuries that kept him out of competition last year, he announced on Thursday last week the final date of his retirement from tennis. . “It feels like a celebration. It was as I expected. Thank you”he declared.
“It’s been a great day. I’m happy, not sad. It feels great to be here,” His Majesty said at the end of the match. He added: “I enjoyed putting on the shoes once again. It was fun. Being here with the fans, family, friends… I’m very happy that I got through it. It was wonderful. Playing with Rafa on the same team, having these legends”. And, between tears, he judged: “Thank you all. I love you. It’s been an amazing ride.”
VIDEO: Roger Federer breaks down on farewell
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