‘A Class Act’- Caroline Wozniacki Lauds Roger Federer After Rafael Nadal’s Australian Open 2022 Victory

Rafael Nadal has had a dream start to the 2022 season. The Spaniard scripted history by becoming the first man to lift 21 Grand Slam singles titles. The former World No. 1 defeated Daniil Medvedev of Russia to complete an amazing turnaround and lift his second Australian Open title. Nadal overcame the odds and the weight of history, to defeat the Russian in a match that lasted 5 hours and 24 minutes at the Rod Laver Arena.

His long-term rival on court and friend, Roger Federer, congratulated Nadal for achieving the historical feat through a heartwarming Instagram story. Further, Caroline Wozniacki praised the Swiss legend for his heartfelt post.

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Caroline Wozniacki praises ‘class act’ of Roger Federer after Rafael Nadal lifts Australian Open 2022 title

Roger Federer took to Instagram and posted a heartfelt congratulatory message for Nadal after his victory. Former World Number 1 Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark re-shared Federer’s story on her official Instagram handle with the caption that read, “Such a class act.”

Earlier, Roger Federer had some amazing words for the Spaniard, which he shared via his official Instagram handle. The message read, “What a match! To my friend and great rival Rafael Nadal, heartfelt congratulations on becoming the first man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles. A few months ago, we were joking about both being on crutches. Amazing, never underestimate a great champion.”

Further, he added, “I am proud to share this era with you and honored to play a role in pushing you to achieve more, as you have done for me for the past 18 years. I am sure you have more achievements ahead but for now, enjoy this one!” 

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The two legends had missed the latter part of last year’s season owing to their respective injuries. However, the Spaniard has come back stronger this season, while Federer is still recovering from his knee injury.