Moreover, Novak was requested by the publication AS to speak in Spanish, a language he is well aware of. The 24-time Grand Slam champion graciously obliged. He praised Rafa for inspiring people worldwide and mentioned that he will remember their last game forever, as it was “very special.”

Rafael Nadal is preparing to say one last goodbye to tennis during the upcoming Davis Cup finals. Reflecting on his career, the Spaniard made clear who was his biggest rival between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic ’s career has entered its last part, even if the Serbian legend has no intention of giving up. The former world number 1 did not have a great season, indeed it was probably one of the worst years of his career in terms of victories.

A video of Rafael Nadal comforting Novak Djokovic at the 2010 US Open final went viral after their last clash at the 6 Kings Slam 2024.

Rafael Nadal has insisted he was never obsessed with his battle to finish his career with more Grand Slam titles than his great rival Novak Djokovic. Nadal confirmed earlier this month that he will retire after next month’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga,