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Rafael Nadal He lost what was presumed to be his last tennis match in the history of Roland Garros, the Grand Slam that takes place in Paris. Some sports stars and even his family were present at the match, in order to provide emotional support for whoever was his opponent. the German Alexander Zverevwho ended up taking the victory of the day after winning all three sets.
Different images went viral from the networks that touched all the followers of the Spaniard, who was absent from the tournament for two years due to his multiple physical conditions. Although it has not yet been confirmed that this was his last performance on that circuit, the tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek and Novak Djokovic They said present on the platform. The Manchester City footballer was also there, Rodrigo Hernandez Cascante.
Iga Swiatek, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz present at Rafael Nadal’s apparent last Roland Garros (Source: @BastienFachan)
One of the presences that had an impact was that of Iga, who finished playing before Nadal, changed and settled in the stands to fully observe the dispute. For his part, Djokovic also participated in the tournament, which he arrived with “low expectations and high hopes”. For his part, he dedicated some time to see who was one of his most important rivals throughout Europe and the world.
In addition, Alcaraz also did not want to miss this opportunity to see his compatriot. Even this Monday He debuted at Roland Garros and won his first match against the American Jeffrey John “JJ” Wolf.
In addition to Iga Swiatek, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, Rodrigo Hernández Cascante was also present (Source: @eurosport)
“An honor”, “They understand life like few others”; “The talent in this match speaks to the love of all tennis fans/players!” y “Everyone wanted to say goodbye to the Goat from Roland Garros”were some of the opinions about the assistance of these big three by users on the networks.
Xisca Perelló and Rafael Junior, present at Roland Garros expecting the Matador match (Source: Instagram/@rolandgarros)
Meanwhile, the most tender moment occurred when the cameras took Nadadl’s wife, Xisca Perelló, along with the son they have in common, Rafael Junior. “What a wonderful family, the pride of seeing your dad”; “How beautiful”; “AwwwHe even has the same hair Rafitas”; “Absolutely beautiful”are some of the appreciations from the fans who reacted to the images.
A few days after turning 38 and after two years of sporting setbacks due to physical difficulties in being able to perform efficiently in tournaments, Rafael Nadal faced Alexander Zverev, who won 6-3, 7-6 (7-5) and 6-3in three hours and five minutes.
Rafael Nadal says goodbye to Roland Garros (Photo by Alain JOCARD / AFP)ALAIN JOCARD – AFP
At the end of the meeting, the public applauded him euphorically, as they interpreted it as a farewell. Given this, he indicated: “I don’t know if it will be the last time. Thanks for much love”. In this way, he did not confirm the end of his visit to the Roland Garros circuit, but everything would indicate that it is the beginning of goodbye.
Furthermore, before the cameras, the 22-time Grand Slam winner said: “There is a large percentage that it will be my last Roland Garros, but if you ask me if it’s the last one, I’m sorry, but I don’t want to say yes. I’m not that kind of man who reacts to a defeat. I don’t want to close the door one hundred percent, for three reasons. The first, because I am enjoying tennis. Afterwards, because I am traveling with the family and they are also enjoying this process. And third, because I have not yet been able to truly explore how far I can go, without limitations.”.
THE NATION
2024-05-29 00:27:00
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