Novak Djokovic’s first reaction to Rafael Nadal announcing he’s retiring from tennis

Novak Đoković i Rafael NadalPhoto: Tanjug/AP

 

One of the greatest players in tennis history, Rafael Nadal, has announced his retirement from the sport in an emotional video posted on his Instagram account.

In the video, Nadal mentioned all the people closest to him and with tears in his eyes talked about his career and everything he went through and how much they helped him.

Although many suspected that this moment will come, surely no one who loves tennis is indifferent and there is no doubt that nothing will be the same again.

Immediately after Nadal’s announcement, his fans, friends, colleagues, sponsors got in touch and sent him emotional messages.

No doubt, Novak Djokovic’s message is awaited with great anticipation by everyone, because the two had the biggest rivalry ever in tennis – they played a total of 60 matches and Novak leads with 31-29 in victories. Their “last dance” was at the Olympic Games in Paris when Djokovic defeated Nadal 6-1, 6-4.

Djokovic has not yet spoken, but is first reaction was a “like” he left on Nadal’s post on Instagram.

Rodžer Federer, Rafael NadalPrintscreen: Instagram.com/rafaelnadal

Watch Nadal’s message:

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