The good relationship between the two influential tennis figures is no secret.
“The rivalry between the two on the pitch was special, but I think the friendship between the two off it is even more special,” Godsick told Marca.
It is precisely because of this friendship that Nadal could motivate his friend from Switzerland to chase the record again. At the beginning of 2020, Federer and Nadal dueled in South Africa in front of almost 52,000 spectators. The duo could now top this mark again.
“What comes to mind is the attendance record they set in South Africa. We like doing big things. If there’s a way to beat that one day, I’m sure Roger will consider it,” explained Godsick and named the converted Estadio Santiago Bernabéu as a possible venue.
Godsick likes working with Nadal’s agent Carlos Costa. “I have very good memories. Anything is possible in the future,” emphasized the Swiss’s agent.
Federer and Nadal as Laver Cup captains?
In addition to possible exhibition games, it is logical that the two Europeans will also be included in the Laver Cup, which Godsick and Federer have been organizing since 2017.
“My dream is for Roger to be captain and Rafa to be assistant and then vice versa,” revealed Godsick.
The Spaniard’s resignation, which many fans regretted, could now ensure that Federer and Nadal return to the court together.