Spanish tennis maestro, Rafael Nadal recently revealed an amazing fact about his long-time rival and colleague, Roger Federer. Now it is not unknown to tennis fans that apart from on-court rivalry, this duo shared an incredible friendship offering fans the best side of any sport. Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer’s rivalry brought fans epic moments in Wimbledon and Rolland Garros. Now Nadal once again confirmed how special Federer is to him.

Nadal and Federer’s bond has impressed many youngsters in tennis. Fans find Sinner and Alcaraz’s bonding similar to them. Now in a candid interview, Rafael Nadal reveals his admiration for Federer.

Spanish tennis maestro Rafael Nadal reveals how Federer’s emotion toward tennis impressed him

In a recent interview, Rafael Nadal was asked whether he would like to be Roger Federer if he wasn’t who he is. To answer the question, Nadal had to mention that Federer is the one person who always inspired him throughout his career. “Since I can remember, he is the player who has impressed me the most“, stated Nadal without much hesitation. The 22-time Grand Slam winner also said that Federer gave him, like many of his fans, some of the most entertaining moments of his life.

“I have been more excited to see Federer play than Djokovic, and in the end tennis is emotion, emotion is what draws you to it“, opened up Nadal when talking about the tennis legend. Those who remember Federer’s farewell match, would also not forget how the Swiss and the Spaniard held hands and cried together at the end of their game.

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For two of the greatest of all time of a sport to have such reverence for each other and be candid about their mutual feelings is what draws throngs of fans to the court every week. Nadal also said that watching Federer dominate his opponents is nothing short of exciting.

What are Rafael Nadal’s achievements in tennis?

The world’s former number-one tennis legend, Rafael Nadal is known to be the king of the clay court for his amazing victories at the Rolland Garros. He has won fourteen French Open trophies along with two Australian Open victories. Nadal also bagged two Wimbledon trophies and four US Open trophies.  This Spanish legend also bagged a gold medal in the 2008 Olympics. He is a true tennis legend for the upcoming generations.

Rafael Nadal’s comment about Federer expressed his admiration for his friend and colleague. It also set a great example of professional bonding in sports. So, what do you think about Nadal’s comment on Federer?

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