On Sunday, where his legend was strengthened on the Clay Court, Rafael Nadal was saluted by a capacity crowd and three companions of the game in Rolland Garos.
Nadal, a 14 -time French Open winner from Spain, was given a more farewell ceremony in the Center Court in Paris, where he won his first title in 2005 and his first title in 2022.
Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy were dead to join him for the festival. The quartet has combined for 69 Grand Slam titles and 18 French Open Title.
Nadal, fighting his emotions, told the crowd and his former rivals, “I have incredible rivals – such as Andy, Novak and of course Roger – and many others who pushed me to my physical and mental limits.” “In fact, nothing will be thrilling without these long -lasting rivals, which have inspired all of us to improve every single day.
“Rolland Garos is unique. Not only because it is a fundamental part of history, but for all those who, with a smile to this tournament, is unique to create this tournament.”
Nadal defeated Federer in the championship match and won three French Open titles and ended his career in the tournament with 112–4 records.
The retirement for Nadal has changed the most, when he sees his rivals now, there is a feeling of appreciation for the road that he has traveled instead of competitive energy that covers his previous conversation.
Nadal said, “Now it’s all about being happy about what we have achieved.” “Finally we all achieved our dreams. We became a tennis player and played in the most important stages. I think we made amazing rivalry and a good way. I think we showed the world that we can fight as much as we can be as much as possible but in a good way. Good colleagues, who respect each other.
“You gave me some hard time on the courts, but I really enjoyed it very much, pushed yourself to the extent every day to compete with all of you. Finally, tennis is just a game, but we understand that in the end, this is just a game. So you all mean everything. It is a great message to the world, even if we can be good friends.”
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