Swiss tennis player Roger Federer makes the last meeting of his career with Spaniard Rafael Nadal, the greatest of his rivals, the organization of the Laver Cup announced on Thursday.
Nadal, the record holder of ‘Grand Slam’ titles, with 22 trophies, two more than Federer, acknowledged that working with the Swiss on his retirement is something “unforgettable”.
“It’s another pressure after all we’ve shared. Being a part of this historic moment will be unforgettable for me. I’m very emotional, I hope I can play well, create a good moment and win the match.” said the Spaniard.
The two tennis players have faced each other 40 times throughout their careers, with 24 wins for the Spaniard and 16 for the Swiss, sparking a friendship relationship beyond the ‘court’.
“Being by Roger’s side again is something I look forward to and that makes me very happy,” he said.
For the Majorcan, “personal relationships are more important than professional”, so it will be difficult to deal with emotions in this match, in what will be the last in the line-up for the first day of the Laver Cup.
“It will be difficult to deal with everything, especially for Roger, but also for me. One of the most important players in my career and in history will leave. I am grateful to be able to play with him,” he said. .
Nadal and Federer take on Americans Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe.
A week ago, Federer, holder of 20 ‘Grand Slam’ titles, announced that he would end his career after the Laver Cup, at the age of 41.
“The Laver Cup next week in London is my last tournament on the ATP circuit,” said Federer, who has been out of circulation for more than a year due to an injury.
Participation in the Laver Cup, which takes place in London between Friday and Sunday, marks the end of the career of the Swiss tennis player, who has not competed since the 2021 Wimbledon tournament due to several knee surgeries.
Source: DN
