Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal made him enjoy tennis “even more” during a rivalry that spanned 40 matches over 15 years.

Maribel Nadal, the younger sister of tennis legend Rafael Nadal, was overcome by emotion after a heartfelt message from Roger Federer, Nadal's longtime rival. Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is set to retire following the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, marking the ...

Roger Federer penned a heartfelt tribute to Rafael Nadal before the Spaniard's retirement from professional tennis.

Long gone are the days when Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal were fierce, fight-to-the-finish rivals on a tennis court. That rivalry was replaced with affectionate respect when Nadal joined Federer’s career finale in 2022 and now,

"You challenged me in ways no one else could," 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer wrote as Rafael Nadal prepares to retire after Davis Cup.

Tennis fans worldwide are captivated by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’s enduring rivalry and deep friendship. With Rafael Nadal’s retirement on the horizon, Federer penned an emotional tribute, reflecting on their legendary journey together.

Roger Federer has penned an emotional tribute to Rafael Nadal, joking that he “secretly loved” his long-time rival’s rituals, including “assembling water bottles like toy soldiers” and adjusting his underwear.