Since its beginnings in Davis Cup until his departure from Philippe Chatrier accompanied by Carlos Alcaraz: it was the beginning and the end of the video which ended up breaking Rafa Nadal in his farewells.
After the defeat of Granollers and Alcaraz in doubles and the consummation of the elimination against the Netherlands, Martín Carpena of Malaga dedicated a moving tribute who many consider to be the best athlete in Spanish history.
Sports icons like Rodri, Casillas, Raúl, Iniesta, Sergio Garcia and David Beckham or racquet legends like Serena Williams, Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Conchita Martinez, Roger Federer and Del Potro They participated in a moving farewell video that broke the Manacorí.
“I can’t think of anyone who better represents the values of sport and life,” the recent Ballon d’Or winner told him.
The Castilla coach, for his part, placed him on the throne of sport: “The best athlete in history. Your legacy will be eternal.”
Djokovic, one of his great rivals, also praised Nadal: “The tenacity and your fighting spirit will be something that will be studied and passed down to many generations.”
Finally, his friend and great rival, Roger Federer, with an indelible smile on his face, said goodbye to him with a “I love you, Rafa.”
For your fighting spirit.
For your humility and kindness.
For everything you have done for tennis.
Thanks Rafa. pic.twitter.com/tDicj5KUI5
– Davis Cup (@DavisCup) November 19, 2024
