2018 US Open Press Conference: Rafael Nadal (English)
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So sad to end US open like that but im loving him even more and more now...... Rafa, get some rest you deserved it CHAMP
@Josh White If you say so. For most if us he's a champion
Rafa has played 3 epic classics at US Open 2018. He is a true champion.
You sounded uneducated. Prove it, not feel it. I trust you are not even a doctor ‘cause any doctors won’t diagnose before checking up patients.
I'm a Fed fan, but Rafa is still a class act...injuries are a part of the sport and the big five in tennis (Federer, Nadal, Djokovic, Murray and Wawrinka) have all suffered injuries of all sorts keeping them out of the game for extended periods....we need to treasure them for their comeback power....look at Djokovic this year.....Rafa WILL be back soon...I hope Murray can make it back to his top level form soon...
Well said.
No offense as I am a huge Nadal fan too, but I like how you fanboy whilst replying to that idiot's comment! "He didn't even say anything like Nadal is better than Federer (which is clearly true) or Nadal is the G.O.A.T (which is also true)" I LOVE YOU
Why do so many have to start their comments with "I'm a Fed fan" when they want to praise other players? It looks retarded.
I'm a Rafa fan and I endorse this comment. Nice when we respect these great players, regardless of which one we love most. Bravo y vamos Rafa!!
YOU FORGOT DEL POTRO, HE WOULD HAVE DONE BETTER THAN WAWRINKA WITHOUT INJURIES
Take care Rafa! Rest well and come back strong. We are behind you
He was all ok once he left stadium.
He is playing soccer right now 😆
Heartbreaking.
Vamos Rafa wishing u a speedy recovery💪💚💚💚💚💚💚💚
Win or lose, Rafa is a true champ, a warrior, a fighter, a gladiator . He bought the best tennis matches to the USOpen this year. Unforgettable “tennis of the gods” with Khachanov , Basilasvilli, and Thiem . Nobody worked harder then Rafa to get to the semis . So heartbroken for him...
i feel the same way. you could see, in the press conference, that he was so sad/disappointed. but i'm glad he stopped. he could damage his knee for life if he didn't.
And wld u takr a minute and appreciate del potro who defeated him in 2 sets...cn u feel sorry for del Porto and cilic who cldnt enjoy their wins..
Mard maratha - I love Del Potro , and I was sad to see my two favourite players play against each other. However you cannot say that Del Potro beat Nadal, as he retired ! Playing an injured opponent of course will put a player at a massive advantage to win . As DelPotro said on his on court interview it -“wasn’t nice to play against an injured Nadal and he didn’t enjoy seeing him that way” and he “would have preferred to play a competitive match” However going forward, I hope DelPotro defeats Djokovic and wins the tournament he certainly deserves it ...
@@lizzyw8 well that's what the sad part is...del potro will never be able to enjoy his win..thts wht i hate...i was injured so i lost escapist mentality.Del potro gentle giant should win US open.2 times in a year the guy has done it and smetimes smone needs to call it out.Qstn is wld rafa hv retired if he was 2 sets up.Answer wld sum it up.
Mard maratha -I really don’t understand your point or issue? It’s relevant whether he enjoys it or not , I think he’s probably very relieved that he’s in the final without getting tired or injured and in the best possible shape for the final! Surely winning the final is on his mind not the semi finals...
I am fan of Roger , but it's so sad to see Rafa retiring. He's a very good warrior , so hope we are gonna see Rafa playing soon. Don't be dissapointed. #WellgetsoonRafa
He is going to back stronger 🙌🏼❤️
You have already made history..... For me you will always be the best.....my best wishes for u and i hope to see u on top..... Remember u are the number 1.....all the luck for Delpo in the final.....come stronger rafa!!!! Vamos!!!
@Josh White Whats the matter?? The health of an athlete is more important than finishing the match for the pleasure of Nadals haters..... And risking his knee to worst damages.....
@Josh White wtf??? In the first set he already needed medical treatment .... Even before the 1st set ended he felt that something was not ok...... Listen to his press conference dude!!!
Finally people respect RAFA cuz some people were calling him a faker cuz he retired like seriously how can u hate on this guy
Larvancio Ramos no one cares about what u think so keep this negativity inside u
Rafael Nadal is one of the greatest athletes we'll ever see play..... I hope he gets well in time for the year end competition and as a fan he makes me proud ALWAYS.... and to all the haters out there... when Rafael Nadal decides to hang up his racket you're going to miss him when he's gone..two of the best men's matches this tournament he was in... how about showing him some respect for what he does day in and day out and stop being a hater because he's not Federer or because he's not a big ass crybaby like Novak (who was yelling at his wife the other night)...PS I love Federer and respect Novak's game but he can be an ass sometimes
Take ur poison mouth off novak . u wac
I respect what u said but dont speak like about Novak
Nadal is one of the greatest, but why he makes you proud? proud of what?
he is respected on and off the court for not only being a fantastic player but bcs he is humble and kind. you hear this over and over from other players and the commentators. he's not a baby, doesn't throw hissy fits, slam his racquet, yell at the chair... i admire him as an athlete so much. McEnroe was one of the greatest players ever but boy was he a baby on the court. Jimmy Connors, the same.
Lanese Douglas
You, in my opinion, have explained this to perfection… In complete agreement on all counts!! thank you
I will always support you, whatever the decision is!
You're a true fighter even in a tough moments, recovery well
Why are people so hateful and morbid? The man came back after 0-6 on the previous match and now he is a coward to retire after 6-7 because he is too much in pain from his knee? All the press asking him questions about his injury when he is still heartbroken from retiring against his will? Let's thank the man for the two last great matches that he gave us to enjoy in this tournament and wish him a speedy recovery!
guesswhatvideos exactly man just cuz of an injury they call him fake n that like how can u forget what he has done in his career
you are 100% correct. i was going to say the same thing! Nadal didn't give up when he was down 0-6 against Thiem so what they heck is Josh White talking about??? stupid comments from people who probably can't play one set without falling over
guesswhatvideos People hate him because of his arrogance and selfish attitude...he won't come back this time to the circuit that is for sure and will call it a day
@@faithfulsoul5020 arrogance and selfish attitude? Seriously? Do u even watch tennis? He is the best sportsman in the game
You’re a nut job Sharma. Never saw a less arrogant number 1.
As a tennis fan, and remember I am not a Federer nor a Nadal fan. But, as a tennis fan I am absolutely gutted for Nadal for the way he lost. I didn't even expect him to be at the semi finals, but he won all three gruelling matches before the semi final and proved me that he is the greatest fighter of the sport. I am a big fan of Federer's technique reliant game, but now I must admit that I am a greater fan of Nadal's game even though it has a major drawback. As for the stupid comments about Nadal faking injury, I dare you to play consecutive four hour matches in the span of five or six days at least once in a lifetime at the age of 32. Federer, Nadal and Djokovic are literally living legends and it seems like the end of that era which we had the privilege to witness throughout all these years. Nadal might go onto win more FO, and maybe one or two hard court championships. Djokovic may catch up to Nadal and finally Federer can win one or two more in the next two years. The young guns are rising and our heroes are becoming old day by day. It's been some beautiful years for tennis fans and please don't sell yourself short to becoming delusional fans. Again, as a tennis fan I will keep rooting for the best tennis players.
Gran Generalissimo beautifully worded!
Gran Generalissimo wow
Thank you!! Well said!!!
STILL THE GOAT and ALWAYS and happy for Del Potro...hope he can win it.
i hate djokovic i hope delpo wins his 2nd grand slam
It's remarkable how many bottom-feeders crawl out of their caves whenever Rafa loses, and even more when he is forced to retire due to injury. This is a guy who played out his match against Ferrer in the 2011 AO quarter-finals despite being injured, and did the same against Wawrinka in the 2014 AO final because he HATES to retire and he is also loathe to take anything away from his opponent. Also, for the uninformed, he first had his knee taped against Khachanov in the 3rd round, so I'd say making it all the way to the semi-finals is a pretty good achievement.
Ramone Cricket oh god again and what about u and nadal fans? Tell me
I agree with EVERYTHING u said.....
You guys do exactly the same... but you're so blind to see he does the same every single time. Last time with Cilic. Getting killed then "I'm hurt"... now against Delpo. He was getting murdered by him.
But you wouldn't have written this very long comment in defence of Nadal, if he had won today... That's the difference
This is the typical nonsense of hatred.
"Fedtards are morons because they dont understand *insert here Nole or Rafa* is clearly the Goat."
"Nadals buttkissers cant see how *insert Roger or Nole* is much more complete player and he doesnt need PED or fake injuries."
"Djokobitch fans are so retarded, most likely Serbians and they cant see the difference between *insert Rafa or Roger* in his prime and Nole. They would devour him alive."
Can we simply stop all 3 and enjoy them while we still can? None of them is imo doing anything bad for tennis and we are lucky that all 3 play at the same time.
I see them as: Roger (The artist) vs Rafa (The Warrior) vs Nole (The machine) and have favourites but it doesnt mean the others s*** a** or cheat or whatever.
Im so tired of this thing.
Love u RAFA get well soon 😍😍😍
It really saddens me read some of these comments . Obviously not real tennis fans. Just spiteful, ignorant trolls . Much love and respect for Rafa . Thank you for bringing the best matches of the USOpen ! Get well soon champ 🥇🏆🎾
Sad to see him retire like this .Hopefully he will be recover soon and play for another tournament. Rafa you are the true champion
So so happy for this result today.. Waiting for the next thing to happen.. Hope it happens if not today, atleast in finals..
I'm so happy to see him smiling a bit.... For the stupidity in comments, I don't really wish you to have even 10% of the pain Rafa had his whole career. Think about when you wake up and you have a headache, for him it's the same when it comes to the knees, but what should I expect from fedtards? TAKE A REST, Rafa, we love you and we thank you every day for choosing this sport!!!
Radu Goran Just ignore those guys bro.Rafa’s gonna come back,and win AO! Believe me ;)
@@bujarshabaj7212 they are awkward, but to say Rafa is a liar is beyond the words, honestly
Radu Goran What sucks is that most of them are Roger’s fans....I find Novak’s fans having more respect towards Rafa,and I respect that...
Radu chill out.... he lost the game to a better player.. stop feeling overly sorry for him he has had a good career...
@@bujarshabaj7212 u wish... He's finished now ... French open is only GS he has chance to win now
Such a remarkable man. Both him and Delpotro are class player's. Sad for him. Recover and come back soon.
Personally, I've have tendonitis and being a student athlete, its an on and off type of pain and it catches you off guard. Kind of disappointed with the questions, they try to understand it but you'll never really understand the degree of pain that he is undergoing until you go through it yourself. Get well soon Rafa!
Well said !!
Knee injury is an occurring pain that can come back at anytime!! been there and no how it feels not finishing what you love to do bcos of an injury!!! knee injury is the hard one. Get well dear,
Still 17 Grand Slams legend and one of the best ever in history..you still can play more don’t worry.
Two players with rough injuries in the past. I hope delpo wins the slam.
What a ridiculous question. '' what it means to you to see him in Final?'' Idiot! What a brilliant answer from Rafa
stuewz you seriously calling the reporter an idiot?
Says the mindless moron who goes around Federer videos talking shit.
unowen7591 I call him an idiot, because he is an idiot. You don’t ask this question when the man withdrawn due to injurie, it’s not the time.
You’re not tired to be an hypocrite, fedtards?
stuewz Idiot? Why? Whenever someone loses to Roger or Rafa in the semis or any other big match they're asked what they think about Roger/Rafa getting into another final etc. It's normal. Unlucky because Rafa had to retire, but it's normal. Especially when it's Delpo who's injuries have been robbed him of 2 and a half seasons of tennis
Shut the fuck up stuewz. And I call you an idiot because you are an idiot. More so than him.
Acting like you're all that, talking shit about Federer and his fans, for what? For your pleasure? This is why Nadal fanboys are worse than Federer fanboys. Morons like you.
unowen7591 Lol you're such an hypocrite, acting as the reasonable guy. Why I don't see you reply to those 95% of Nadal's hater here since yesterday? Because you're only another Nadal hater. Such hypocrisy
Good luck rafa! Comeback soon. Woke up to this bad news today morning.. u r a champion, wish u win a few more slams outside FO
Rafa que te recupere pronto campeón
Absolute legend
Desperately waiting for this.
Federer doesn't retire with injuries, Nadal is always fine to play and dominate the clay season
Sad to see Nadal retiring at crucial stage of the last grand slam of the year. Common feature of his tenis career. But on the other hand, djokovic is playing at such super level of tenis, no body can get pass him. So, if Nadal to win any grand slam in future, not only he has to get injury free quickly but also has to get his mojo back, real aggressive Nadal.
I am a hardcore federer fan, but my heart goes out for nadal. Not like him to go out with an injury and that unfortunately happened twice this year and that too in grandslams. Hope he bounces back just like federer does by the time aus open is around. Tennis will never be the same without these two.
I wanted him to win the USOpen, it is so sad to see him retiring...and he said that the others days he felt good, had a little bit of problems with it during the tournament, and said that his knee was hurting till the start of the semifinals
Come on delpo🏆🏆
😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 14th Grand Slam title for GOAT Novak Djokovic!!!
I hope he recovers quickly
RaphaelNadal2014 Tomorrow he will be ok.
He recovered immediately after he ran from the stadium
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Blame Thiem that match would ruin anyones knees
😂😂😂
@@robertferencz6375 😂😂😂😂
He's had tough second-week draws the last couple of slams: brutal QFs at Wimby against Potrosaurus and here against Thiem. Not surprised his body is feeling it.
Get well soon !!!
I was rooting for Delpo but it's sad that the match ended like this. I hope he recovers fast.
Rafa will comeback stronger, believe that. Write him off at your own peril, this guy never ever goes away until his body gives up on him. "In suffering there's gain"
Should call the season to a close, the number one ranking isn't important anymore, your health and happiness is. Reset & start afresh for 2019. Vamos!
I m a rafa fan ! I think rafa should have given more credit to Del Potro because he s a class act. Rafa defeated him at wimbledon and delpotro was super elegant to nadal. Del Potro is a great guy and I think nadal should have been more elegant to admit that maybe he d still lose without the knee injurie.
i dont think i will ever love any tennis player as RAFA !!! LOVE U RAFA
Sorry to see Nadal retire but he gets injuries because of the style of tennis that he plays..the same style that has given him success, also gives him injuries..it’s a double edged sword
Read about his congenital foot problem and don't say bullshit anymore
Jeremie T agree u right but he still the greatest fighter in this sport (big fan federer
agent 47 yeah 100%..he is a beast, and I’m a Fed fan too but in my opinion Nadal may be the GOAT..
But that style gives him more good moments than bad things
Jeremie T he will but if he stay like that fighting for every rally and every game he will destroy his body specialy his knee
Nadal is great...played 5 hours.....vamos Delpo
Animo, Rafa.Toca recuperarse.
Smile nadal is giving belies the pain he must be feeling due to the retirement in semifinals
Retiring is never easy, but he was struggling earlier in the tournament so I'm not really surprised this happened. Del Potro deserves all the credit for dominating Nadal without having to rely on his serve. It's a bit unfair Rafa saying people shouldn't compare him with Federer and Djokovic injury wise, but they had major surgeries which is always risky. Rafa did not. He has always been the player who relies on his physical skill the most. This tournament proved that for the zillionth time. It's sad for him and all true tennis fans, but as long as he likes to shake hands with the linespeople during each point, plays clay court tennis on each surface, and forgets to measure out his schedule more, the chronic knee injury will be there to stop him. And let's not forget, he's 32 years old, he's becoming a veteran of the game too. As a nurtured player, Rafa is his own enemy asking too much from his body unlike natural players like Federer and to a lesser extent Djokovic and Murray.
MRchriSirhc i dont think del po really dominates rafa...
Meryll Cariaga Even when a player is injured I think it's fair to give credit to the other player. Del Potro's groundstrokes, including the backhand, were really on fire in the second set. He didn't serve like he used to and still should've won the first set more easily than he did. That's a sign of being the dominant player, because DelPo's margin of error was much larger than his opponent's. Nadal ran from side to side like he always does chasing balls with great intensity which he stopped doing only at the end of the second set.
TO ALL RAFA HATERS OUT THERE ..... JUST CELEBRATE !!! STOP INSULTING & SPREADING MORE HATE by saying he was faking it !!! You already got what you wish & pray for . Why not just be happy & contented ? I wouldn't ask you to give or show RESPECT , for obviously, you don't possess that trait or civility . But remember ... WHAT YOU SOW , YOU SHALL REAP .
What is Nadal even trying to say when he says he's been injured more than the other top players? Rafa of all people should know that he is destined for more injuries than the other top guys. The reason why Rafa is Rafa is because he works his butt off everyday and his sheer willpower, fight, and determination help him push through his mental barriers that other top players, notably Federer, are not as successful at doing. That's why Rafa has 17 Grand Slam's, because he no doubt works harder and fights harder than everyone else. But that extra hard work and pushing through mental barriers takes a physical toll on the human body. Humans aren't machines and they're going to wear down eventually. Since Rafa works harder than everyone else and pushes his body further than any other player, he is inevitably going to sustain more injuries than the other top guys. Yes injuries can be accidents but usually they are directly related to how you treat your body. It's not "unlucky" that he gets injured. It's just a result of his mental strength and hard work taking a toll on his body year after year. Sure, if Nadal had Federer's longevity and never got injured then maybe he could have 20+ Grand Slams, but that is impossible because the way Nadal plays does not yield longevity. The same can be said about Federer. If Federer had Nadal's heart, willpower, and sheer determination then Federer would likely have 25+ Grand Slams but that's also impossible because if Federer had those traits at Nadal's level, Federer would have gotten injured much much more.
I'm a Fed fan, But I have to say I enjoy watching Rafa play.. They are great friends, So there's o reason for me to hate Rafa.
Shame he retired due to injury again...this also happened in Oz. He is still to defend any slam outside the French. Hope his knee is better soon.
@Himanshu Gupta
Well it's funny tho. Always the injury....that makes him lose. Never gives credit to the opponent.
People stating he should end the season and come back next year, really? The season is not over yet. Nadal needs a month to recover. I hope he will try to win the ATP Finals, because this is one of the biggest trophies in tennis. Although it's not his favourite tournament and it doesn't get easier for him, he needs at least one victory at the unofficial world championships of tennis by beating the best of the best in one week.
You're a true Champion Rafa.. I woh you a speedy recovery. I know you will be back stronger as always. Vamosssss Rafaaaaaa! ! ! ! Viva Nadal! ! !
I am big Federer fan.but I always respect Rafa for his determination and never give up attitude.Its 100% sure he can't show fake injury reason .after all he is a legend which tennis world remember for infinite years .Let's pray for his fitness.good luck Rafa
@John David ya I agree haven't seen him getting retired when he is winning but I think legend like him not to fake things .what's your opinion?
Struggling in finding words to describe .... hard to tell the exact condition of the knee to whom have no similar experience, hard to explain how he feels ....
The crowd have had unbelievable scenes Rafa created. We have great joy watching such a fantastic play coming out of hard training on top of talent, which we may often be unaware. It's him to pay the cost. Awkward response here from Rafa suggeheresuch an honest person can't invent things to hide the truth. We all hope his quick & complete recovery. That's all!
to fight so hard to arrive in the semi final and see it all vanish. Still find the strength to sign a couple of autographs while leaving the court. you're an inspiration. get well soon.
Will never retire whn he is in commanding position ..and if u cry abt injuries or playing style then only you are to be blamed..shame on nadal.....lets c if he retires on rolan garros...
He was in so much pain poor guy
loool the ending XD He says it like it is.
It's quality, not quantity of matches, and when he does play; it's of the highest quality. He's the most humble, generous, hardworking player, with the greatest presence in Tennis for me.
These tournaments really should be longer and fewer of them, for more rest days to recover. Practice, then playing for over 4 hours, finishing @ 3am, with a couple days of rest @ 32 years old. It's too much for any human to take, not to mention other cups have no rest days in between. I know what its like having bad knee problems, because I have the same weak knee as Rafa does and I can't imagine playing that hard, that frequently. Something has to give.
I know Rafa is just happy he's still playing at this stage in his life and he and his team did the right thing, I'm proud of them for not pushing too far over the health limit. Love and care to all of them :)
Still the Goat ..!
Rafa I know How hard it was to make decisions to retire. You've been playing SO great up to here. It's a shame that you couldn't help but had to retire. I hope you recover your health as soon as possible and wish to see you soon again!!!!!
Will all these injuries take a toll on him later, during his life after tennis? I hope not. Although I don't know everything that happened out there, I admire how he is still focused. After all these injuries and being forced to retire and probably even facing the comments from media and viewers of the game, he is still so focused. If it was me, I'd have taken pride in what I already achieved and hung up my rackets, so that I don't have to humiliate myself in front of people.
That's why I admire Rafa, he's more than just a tennis player or even just a competitor in the race to be the goat.
Lois Jose Nadal has said several times that is almost sure he will have sequels in feet, knees and back after retired. Sadly he knows what is talking about. However there are a big amount of Nadal haters that think he's acting...
Great wishes to him..it's very sad...but yet he is a champion and always will be...I don't care whether he plays or not...he is the champion of the world...love you Rafa... always
the amount of disrespect in these comments is astounding.
people calling Rafa names, people calling each other names... shaking my head, honestly.
we all know how much respect Rafa has for all his opponents, and he has said Djokovic and Federer are his friends. in all probability they see Rafa as their friend also. so what are you, the so-called fans, doing throwing these accusations and harassment around???
Rafa, please get well soon. we understand your disappointment, but we'll keep supporting and rooting for you every inch of the way. you're not alone. vamos!
Rafa!!
Take a good rest and than you will play again you are THE number 1 love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Well played
As a fan I have reached a point in tennis where I am just happy to see these guys play with each other...no matter who wins or who looses....the tennis is just amazing...always! For me its Roger, Rafa, Nole and Delpo who always have very very tight matches between them, and as a fan its great to watch that!...
I am wishing for Delpo to win this one because he deserves it and it would be a great year to have all these four players hold one grand slam each! But at the same time...if Nole wins it...I'd be completely happy too! 😊
He speaks very wise. What a personality. Such a big disappointment for a him at that moment to retire but keeps positive in the pc. Wow. Federer will be happy Nadal will not win his 18th GS-title this season.
I wonder if we'll see him on courts this season again. Hope so!
It is funny how the same people who are accusing Nadal of faking his injury are saying he is paying the price of his playing style! He has problems with his knee since a long time, and though he retired from his match, he is treated like he lost so no need for the ugly comments.. Losing to del potro doesn't make him lesser! He is the world number one whether you like it or not.. He is one of the greatest athletes of all time... So bad some of roger fans can't be as humble as Roger is.. PATHETIC!
¡Ánimo, Rafael! Has hecho una vez más un año espectacular. Bravo por tu trabajo diario y sigue adelante siempre. Un abrazo.
Good luck Champion for the rest of the season. We want you healthy on tour. Fed fan.
Without question Rafael Nadal is my all time favourite player but l knew from the on set that if Juan Martin Del Porto is on song he can thrash any player on the planet whether it be Nadal or Federer or Novak - period
Doesn't anyone think that RAFA should have asked for TABLETS from his girlfriend to lessen his pain & continue his match ? Djokovic did during his QF match when he was clearly struggling and out of sorts. His wife pass him the TABLETS and soon after taking them , he was the "unbeatable" one again . MAGIC !!!
BUT RAFA DOESN'T USE TABLETS !!!
The question about comparison with Roger and Nole was stupid. I know that journalists like to bring Roger in every conversation but those were the same people who were praising Roger all the time about how he's been injury free. Now they wanna compare his injury to the likes of Del Potro and Rafa?
I think he is fully recovered now . Almost 10 hours gone so nadal is fully fit now. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
It was important that Rafa set the record straight about comparing injuries of Federer, Novak and Andy, with his. The so called debate about "who's the GOAT" wouldn't be a debate at all, if it wasn't for Rafa's countless injuries. Thank you Rafa for a yet another unforgettable tournament. Those who love you and love tennis would be sharing your pain right now, and wishing nothing but a speed recovery.
How someone can hate this guy, is beyond me! there's only two explanations I could think of:
1) In every way he is quite the opposite of the conventional No.1 tennis player that narrow minded people are so used to or pictured in their minds.
2) In a world where masses of people supported genocides and backed dictators like Adolf Hitler, you would always have people hating others for no apparent reason.
I don't understand why lots of Rafa's fans hate Rogers fans so much!
I'm a Fed fan and I wish Rafa all the best. And I'm not sure about witch one of them is better and I'm not really concerned to know it. They're both awesome and that's all.
Isn't interesting how whenever Nadal loses or is losing he comes up with mysterious phantom injury????
Considering his age, Rafa did the right thing to retire mid match rather than playing and injuring himself further. Maybe the QF against Thiem took a lot out of him. Still he's a great champion. Hope to see you soon on the tour, Rafa.
That last question though..."Is hardcourt particularly difficult on your knees giving the history of this point?" >.
me too - as a Federer Fan for 18 years - but have great respect for Nadal. He has a power and talent to continue for a long time in future. And Roger will soon have a very good life with many other interests than tennis. (Family, Philosophy and other studies, Africa Children support, Ecology Projects)
Win del po for rafa! Get well rafa. You are more than to all the injuries that u had!
A lot of MERCILESS and INCOMPASSIONATE people here , throwing insults & hate at the misfortune & bad luck of Nadal . I never thought that some people could be so CRUEL , as if they are not human anymore ! May God bless RAFA , so he can recover fast & rise up again to win more slams & give his HATERS something to worry about .
Challenge: Name a match Nadal has lost where he hasn't taken a 'toilet break' or an 'injury time out'
Man fuck injuries 2014 ao final it was his slam and he got injured
2016 rg sane shit
2018 ao/us open
So Unfortunate Nadal. 😔
I am not a Nadal fan but never do I wish to see him injured that’s for sure. So this match was sad to see. I already at the beginning of the second set noticed that Rafa was not himself and knew he would retire. Rafa really needs to clean up his schedule. He plays way to many claycourts tournements before French (Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome) that is way to many with knees who are giving up on him more and more. Two retirement matches on grandslam this year (Cilic the other one in Australia) I can’t honestly not belive why in earth Nadal plays four claycourts tournements before French that to me is insane.
Yeah I know he more or less is unbeatable on clay, but his goal should be winning as many slams as possible and not winning Barcelona and Madrid??? In the end of the day it’s up to him (his life his career) but If I would have been Nadal (with a burned body like his) I would had never played so many tournements in a season like he does that’s bloody sure. Time for him to really take a page from Federer’s book. Who will win US Open now?? My money is on Djokovic.
Lol @ the reaction to the last question hahah
Rafa you are one of the greats in tennis. Respect.
If you would put together only the seuqenzes where nasal shakes his head not saying anything, the vidoe would be longer than the original. True story. Strange Phänomenon.
Beyond his tennis and all there is to it, I love his English.
he did not want to answer last question because he is mad or he would get too emotional?
Rafa STILL THE GOAT
Said no one ever except retarded claydal fans , Djokovic Sampras borg mcebroe all confirmed Roger is the Goat😊😊😊😊 .
Roger is the GOAT
no one has ever said rafa was the goat except agassi who is jelous of Federer and novak like once compared to calling Federer goat all his career.!
ROGER never shows fighting spirit like nadal, he's not goat
hp Bag why needs to show fighting spirit when talent does for you. Talent
Can somebody explain to me why there is so much doubts on Rafa’s injuries? I don’t see a tennis player like Nadal (or Federer or Djokovic, or anyone in that category) throwing the towel because they are losing a game. Seriously? Why choose to lose a game if you are healthy and still have the possibility to win a game? It does not make any sense. These players, all of them, if healthy, have the physical ability to come back and win a match, Nadal is not the exception. I honestly don’t understand why so much hate is said about Nadal, or Federer, or Djokovic. All of them are amazing players, let’s just enjoy them while they are still active. It’s a matter of a couple of years until they retire, don’t lose your time on stupid discussions and enjoy every single match they play, regardless of the results.
Rafa is such an inspiration