Roger Federer pens emotional farewell letter to Rafael Nadal

November 20, 2024 at 12:51 PM

Roger Federer is among the first to grasp the significance of Rafael Nadal’s retirement from tennis, as the Spanish legend competes in the final tournament of his illustrious career.

Ahead of Nadal’s match at the 2024 Davis Cup in front of his home crowd in Málaga, Spain, on Tuesday, Federer penned a heartfelt tribute to the 22-time Grand Slam champion, celebrating the extraordinary relationship the two tennis legends have shared over the decades.

“As you get ready to graduate from tennis, I’ve got a few things to share before I maybe get emotional,” Federer took to Instagram, according to Sports Boston.

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