The world recently saw the impeccable brotherhood between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. However, it is hard for fans to believe that Nadal shares a similar bond with the other big three members as well. Yes, we are talking about Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic.
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Djokovic and Nadal have long been arch-rivals. The two are neck to neck in their Grand Slam title records and their fans are never at peace with each other. However, an old picture of Nadal and Djokovic has fans in awe. Yes, Nadal and Djokovic are good friends. Here’s how.
Fans are shocked as an old picture reveals the friendship bond between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal
An old picture of arch-rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic enjoying themselves together in a Jacuzzi has resurfaced on the internet. In the picture, we can see both Nadal and Djokovic relaxing inside the tub. The picture is from Indian Wells 2007.
finally know the context behind this image thats crazy lol pic.twitter.com/MjSL6s6Ioi
— anya (@nadarufan) December 22, 2022
After defeating Djokovic in the finals, Nadal was celebrating his first title of the year with his support staff. While Nadal and co enjoyed themselves, Djokovic was happy to click the pictures for them.
However, as a friendly gesture, Nadal invited Djokovic into the tub and they got a picture together. As the picture resurfaced after 15 years, fans could not believe their eyes. Here’s how they reacted.
This is sending me 😭😭😭
Can they go back to being besties 😭 https://t.co/4C0ze0pdY7
— Janani ツ (@janu_sportcrazy) December 22, 2022
Another fan got nostalgic and wrote,
sigh wish we could turn back time https://t.co/ymWorjh35P
— ale ✨ (@politicalalemal) December 22, 2022
Back when they were both so young, innocent and utterly oblivious to the sheer agony they would cause each other (and their respective fanbases) in years ahead 🥹 https://t.co/QS3VvzTXlE
— KJ (@_Kolajo) December 22, 2022
This photo will definitely shock those who only started watching tennis in recent years😄 I liked this phase of their relationship! https://t.co/tkNXGQ4nQ5
— avd (@Advait777) December 22, 2022
Never knew the context behind this pic. I miss when they were so friendly with each other 🙁 https://t.co/Qf6GoOdWUh
— Arvind (@Garfah112) December 22, 2022
damn they could’ve been besties
— ash 🎯 (@IwtfinaIIyfree) December 22, 2022
are u in your rafole era now 😭
— m*rve (@mercpie) December 22, 2022
A fan caught Novak Djokovic’s expression. While Nadal was smiling, Djokovic gave a really relaxed look. After all, the pressure of a high-tension final was over.
Novak expression is priceless 😂
— Nadalism (@cocomo788) December 22, 2022
Another fan came up with a hilarious theory behind the expression on Nadal and Djokovic’s face.
I'm afraid the context is still not clear as to why Novak's face looks like that and why Rafa is tilting the other way. Did Nole fart or?
— Andel (@Prettyangeltoo) December 22, 2022
Years passed by and two good friends went on to become two of the greatest tennis players of all time. While the two still share a great bond, it’s not the same as it used to be in those days. While a few fans miss it already, a few who started following them later are not at all aware of it.
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The toxicity of fans Djokovic and Nadal fans fighting with each other has led to a popular belief that they have drifted apart. However, the brotherhood still exists. Who knows, we might be in for an emotional farewell with both of them crying side by side, as it happened at Federer’s retirement. We are keeping our hopes high for that. Do you want the same? Let us know in the comments.
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