Rafael Nadal is probably the only top tennis player to never throw his racket to the ground in his long career. As he says goodbye, Andy Murray pays him respect – and reveals that the Spaniard doesn’t always have his emotions under control.
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- With the defeat against the Netherlands in the Davis Cup with Spain, Rafael Nadal’s long and successful career ends this week.
- Nadal is probably the only top player who has never thrown a racket out of frustration in his entire career.
- Andy Murray pays respect to the Spaniard in a farewell video and reveals that Nadal can also do other things off the court.
Rafael Nadal’s glorious career ends with the defeat against the Netherlands in the Davis Cup on Tuesday. 22 Grand Slam titles and world number 1 for a total of 209 weeks – the Spaniard is one of the most successful players in history in his sport. But Nadal is not only admired for his sporting successes.
Andy Murray says in a farewell video for the 38-year-old: “I was always a big fan of yours, it was incredible to watch you, train with you and play against you. The passion and intensity with which you played is something that all tennis players strive for.”
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For Murray, Nadal is also a model of humility and respect. «You are probably the only tennis player of all time who never threw his racket in anger. “That’s unbelievable,” the Brit marvels and reveals that Nadal can also do other things off the court.
“If you played Playstation – I saw Rafa firing Playstation controllers through hotel rooms all over the world when he and his good friend Juan Monaco lost to me with their beloved Real Madrid,” says Murray with a grin. “Anyway, I’m sure your body is looking forward to a well-deserved break. Thanks for everything, Rafa. Enjoy your retirement.”
