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Among the many unforgettable moments of Roger Federer’s emotional farewell at the Laver Cup 2022 in London, one, in particular, seemed to resonate in the world of tennis: Rafael Nadal, Federer’s arch-rival, in tears during the retirement ceremony. Theirs was a rivalry that defined a golden age of men’s tennis and took the game to new heights. But their mutual respect and camaraderie are what inspire many. Federer’s career in professional tennis ended when he played his last game at the Laver Cup alongside Nadal. The duo stumbled upon a defeat against Jack Sock and Frances Tiafoe. After the match, Federer was in tears. Nadal also couldn’t hold back his tears and photos of the two greatest tennis players getting excited together went viral on social media. Throughout his career, Swiss tennis player Federer has had a great deal of rivalry with the likes of Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Hailed as the “Big Three”, these stars have dominated the sport like no other. “When Roger leaves the tour, an important part of my life also goes away, because all the moments he was next to or in front of me are important moments in my life,” said an excited Nadal in relationships. He withdrew from the Laver Cup for personal reasons.
(Reuters)
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