Djokovic, on Nadal's retirement: "A part of me goes with him, Roger and Andy"
Novak Djokovic once again reached the semifinals of the Shanghai ATP after defeating Jakub Mensik. And, of course, in his on-court interview, he couldn't avoid being asked about the retirement of Rafa Nadal that yesterday moved the world. "I already posted on Instagram. He has been my greatest rival, the rivalry I've had with him. He has impacted me the most in my career, by far. We knew that moment would come sooner rather than later, but it's still a shock when it officially arrives. Just like it was for Roger a few years ago when he announced his retirement, and for Andy this year as well. It's a bit overwhelming for me. I don't know what to do with it; I still enjoy competing, but a part of me left with them, a big part of me. So yes, it's tough news for the tennis and sports world. Rafa is an inspiration for millions of children worldwide, so he can be very proud of his career."
“A big part of me left with them” 🥹
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) October 11, 2024
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