Swiatek: "I miss Nadal a lot, hopefully I can see him play again"

Tennis icons retire, leaving only memories and videos to remember what they once were, and that's what happens with Rafa Nadal. Iga Swiatek misses the Balearic athlete a lot, as she stated before the WTA Finals: "I learned to have a fighting spirit thanks to Rafa. Honestly... I miss him a lot, I watch his videos and think I hope to see him live again. I am glad to have had the opportunity to play tennis at the same time as him, so I could live that experience and find inspiration," commented the Polish player.

Swiatek: What I took from Rafa is the way he never gave up... Honestly I really miss Rafa. I've been watching videos randomly. I'm like I wish I could see this live again. Glad I had a chance to play tennis at the same time as him so I could experience it & find some inspiration. pic.com/7jFnpCoRHz

— Reem Abulleil (@ReemAbulleil) November 1, 2025

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