Dear Rafa, We Have Some Special Messages For You 💌

[@Arvind_R]

Would love to see Federer and Rafa sit down together and watch their 2008 Wimbledon finals and give their commentary.

[@avh4664]

That's a great idea!! A serie with 4 o 5 chapters: 4 hours game plus reactions.... 10 hours with them!!👏👏👏

[@sultanabran1]

That would be so good. I'd sit through the entire series. I'd love to see them commentate together at slams. If these two decided to start a tennis coverage media company. imagine the insight and access we'd get?

[@sidtrip1]

I would prefer to see the 2017 Aussie Open that way.

[@martyna2371]

Iga should be included, she's the biggest Rafa fan, she said she watches only him from tennis

[@r3tr0n17]

Totally.. they must've missed her somehow

[@AbiSaysThings]

Yeah seems like they only got the women if they caught them at Wimbledon, they should have definitely tried harder to include her!

[@martyna2371]

@@mislenemislene8588 but many WTA players were included

[@rijulgupta1597]

Crazy that Iga wasn’t included here when other WTA players were

[@evaarcher8832]

I totally agree- she is very vocal on how he admires King Rafa and you can see the sincerity of her words through her actions each time she saw Rafa or whenever there was controversial issues that involved King Rafa - she was always there defending him. And when the dice of winning or losing - she always on the side of our King Rafa. Yes they should include her - she is like Serena - admiring him- both sincere and genuine love for him ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@suhailmuhammad9994]

Rafa, your retirement also signals the end of a beautiful part of mine and lots of other people’s childhood!

[@anassdahchour7943]

Exactly! What makes me emotional is not just the best player in my opinion retiring, but also saying goodbye to a part of my childhood, used to run back home from school to watch Rafa play if he was that day 😢

[@sultanabran1]

LOL Andy Murray destroying Rafa's reputation with the play station controller throwing story. Love it!!.

[@lingolarker9318]

Yeah that was funny. The Muzza sense of humour😁

[@muhammada.u.h5581]

Hehehe

[@d_lydian]

Dear Rafa, you will forever be remembered as a symbol of humility, honesty, and unparalleled passion. ♥ Your contribution to the world, both on and off the court, is a priceless gift, a testament to the incredible person you are. The heartfelt words from your friends and companions, those who have shared so many meaningful moments with you, reflect the deep respect and admiration they hold for you. Without you, they wouldn’t be who they are today-and without them, you wouldn’t have become the Rafa we all cherish. I don’t know if these words will ever reach you, but please know that you will be deeply missed. Thank you for everything, Rafa. ♥

[@Kidgloves1984]

Rafa the ultimate warrior and gentleman..

[@adude394]

Rafa: A class act, brilliant player, warrior, and gentleman. He commanded such respect from his opponents, and I think that's because he was so respectful himself.

[@oscartracey5364]

The greatest ever❤🇪🇸🐐

[@mangalaathavale9389]

Greatest Athlete, human being n mannerisms charisma .Stay blessed always

[@FleagleSangria]

“The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, success he achieves but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.” Bob Marley Rafael when asked what he would like to be remembered as simply stated “A good person”. I have a feeling his passion for this towards people is just as strong as his love for tennis.

[@nedland12]

Hope you are watching this, Rafa! You are my idol, my all time favorite, you are the best! Thank you for all the moments I was screaming with joy watching you winning points, winning games, sets and matches!

[@annedechamplain3078]

We will miss you Rafa! I remember when I first saw you as a young man challenging Federer and everyone else and I immediately loved watching your matches. You made tennis so much fun and you'll always be my number 1. Enjoy the next chapter of your life and hope to see you on court with the legends. Thank you so much ♥

[@Schweisstropfen]

Isn't it insane that many people appreciate his sportsmanship and legacy around all the sports society? I mean you have to do a lot of things right aside of the court and be great to gain all these respects and gratitude. What a role model for young children to look up to him and learn and trying to go all the way. LEYENDA!

[@geoairtravel]

Beautiful touching tribute 💙👑🇪🇸 Rafa

[@kingofpopbts2080]

Only LEGENDS get such messages from such amount of sports stars like this.

[@cesarfernandezlopez5063]

THANK YOU RAFA FOR BEING PART OF OUR LIVES AND GIVING US ALL YOU HAD!! SO SO MUCH !! VAMOOOOOS RAFAAAAA!!

[@ksplaytime]

will miss you rafa

[@ewcik75]

Rafaaaa don't goooooooo😭

[@filippotinelli5336]

Rafa, thank you for everything. Nobody will forget you because you are an icon for your kindness and for all the thinks that you did. We will always love you❤

[@JamminOnThe1]

You can’t find a fighter like Rafa in any sport! His mental game is second to none.

[@EmperorsNewWardrobe]

Rafa, you set an inspiring example for generations to come, which we all know is important to you. The raw aggression and hard work coupled with the good manners and sportsmanship is exactly what tennis needs, even an example for civil society at large. Healthy competition with the right spirit, values that you exemplified. You will be missed.

[@lettyaranas6298]

Raf for me you are the greatest tennis player ever lived. As human, sportsman, family man, a son, a brother, a colleauge, a citizen and a friend your are amazing, incredible, reason i watch , follow tennis sport at my age and iam proud to be a rafans as long as i live. So sad for your retirement, happiness was stolen for me. I admire you very much . Your humility , thoughts, words, wisdom will always be.my inspiration to light my life. I think i will never enjoy watching tennis anymore. How i wish your retirement was so soon. But then i always wush for your happinnes, peaceful and enjoyable life with your family. Live your life to the fullest, injuries free and out of any pressure as an athlete. Rafans like me will surely.missed you. But i know this is life as you said. In every beginning there is an ending in gods time. Good luck rafa in the next adventure wherever you go. Wish you all the best esp on your health. Rafans love maria,and little rafa. Hes so adorable. God bless all of you.

[@maritesbusser3248]

Forever Rafa Nadal ❤ more power to new season of your life. You’re one of kind, The King of Clay! Thank you so much for your contribution to great tennis.

[@sybersecurity277]

That's so cute, a real loved player even by his fiercest rivals ❤

[@dongambino6571]

Real King Of Kings 🌬👑🐐👑🌬

[@rok99100]

Rafael Nadal,the definition of greatness, modesty,fighting to the end,passion,resilience,intensity and above all humility and grace.One of the only few sportsmen in history of sports to transcended the sport itself.He has been an inspiration for millions with his attitude of never giving up, no matter the circumstances,playing every point with everything he has. Whether facing a relentless opponent or fighting & overcoming the carrier ending injuries, he always found a way to fight through adversity. Thank you, Rafa, for the memories, the magic and the inspiration!!!

[@TyNom23]

Congrtulations Rafa! I will miss you and I know you have so many biggest fans, and you can add me to that list also. I started following you from 2005 and you inspired me to play tennis and play with the passion, desire, and tenacity you brought day in and day out. I will always play with your fighting spirit and I wish you nothing but the best in retirement. You will be dearly missed, but I hope and wish you the best health and well-being for what is to come next. Stay happy and stay blessed Rafa. Love you and hope that you will keep being a part of tennis and being an inspiration and role model for future tennis players and athletes. :)

[@sammyt3514]

You can tell the genuine affection other players have for Rafa, especially fellow legends Roger and Serena. That was lovely to see; I'm sure Rafa is extremely proud of the legacy he's leaving both as a tennis legend and as a beloved figure respected and revered by all.

[@RealisticAndTrue]

Greatest rivalry in sports history comes full circle, both retired and forever a change that set the standard that everyone will be meassured by and play by, i watched the 15 year old do amazing things in tennis, and battles from 2006-2008 culumnating in the greatest match ever at Wimbledon... unmatched. Now comes the time to reflect on what has been accomplished and enjoying the fruits of the legendary career. Been a pleasure watching you and Federer change what is possible. Best of luck... The King of Clay 💯

[@Bicicleteiros]

The greatest warrior of tennis

[@GeorgeT370]

It´s great that Rafa gets these messages....he seems to be a really great guy...

[@truthseeker5410]

Watching Rafa play tennis was pure joy!!!! Lol…14 French opens…who does that??? ABSOLUTE BEAST!!

[@pietropennesi3616]

Immenso Rafael sempre nel mio cuore 💓❤️ ti auguro tutto il meglio per te e la tua famiglia e tutte le persone a te vicino . Gracias por todo ! Grazie per tutto ciò che hai fatto, cio che hai regalato al mondo e per la persona meravigliosa che sei . Una ispirazione nello sport e nella vita, una Leggenda, un Mito vivente, un'Anima preziosa ! Olà Rafa un abbraccio con tutto il cuore 💓 😥💓❤️🙏🙋

[@antoinettekankindi6807]

Guys you shoukd have included Iga Swiatek, she is such a huge Rafa fan

[@jeffhusman]

Vamos Rafa, Rafa Siempre, fantastico carrera... Thank you Rafa you are simply amazingggg!

[@honeybrown1997]

Not Andy Murray spilling the PlayStation tea! 😂But what a journey it's been. Rafa, along with Roger, are two of my favorite gentlemen and class acts in the sports world. Rafael Nadal Parera...he'll ALWAYS be King of Clay. 🎶

[@stacey7529]

Gracias por todo Rafa ❤

[@Tennisisreallyfun]

I liked Frances’s and Serena’s words, they were along the lines of what I was imagining maybe what I would say if I were one of the pros making a statement here! And very beautiful words by Sergio Ramos too😉

[@jschangg]

El mejor! Muchas gracias Rafa! #vamos!

[@AnnaElina-ks5ox]

I will miss you so much Rata, you have been to me best player ever and such a nice, lovely and humble person and human. Thank you and all the best and love to you. ❤😢 Tennis won't been ever same without you. 😢 We will miss you so much!!! But we won't forget you never ❤😊. Take care!!! 🙏🏻❣️

[@jj4160]

Rafael was the reason I started watching tennis. He was so exciting and inspiring. He was the definition of a fighter, humility and never giving up. Watching the big 3/big 4 and being able to witness that incredible rivalry will always be one of the most amazing in sports and will be greatly missed. Thank you Rafa for what you brought to the tennis and sporting world and for inspiring everyone around the world and those to come.

[@이주헌-w5i]

Rafa should do a PES exhibition match against Roger and Andy 🤣

[@johnconcepcion6646]

WISHING ALL THE BEST RAFA

[@kwamedonkor6815]

Rafa!!!!! 🥹❤🥹 Will miss you my GOAT!

[@JodyRosen-kr2iw]

He will be greatly missed by all. A great legend of the sport. 🤩🌟👌🎾

[@JelenaKapor]

HVALA RAFA,,,,UŽIVALA SAM GLEDAJUĆI TVOJE MEČEVE....UŽIVAJ U PENZIJI ....RAFA BOG TENISA....SRETNO..❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ScarletZ0423]

So glad to see that many tennis players left lovely words here.💕

[@ankanathharsha5017]

Definitely will remember you rafa, In every moment, you chose to fight, refuse to give up, to stand tough to see it through. Thanks for everything....I promise , I will fight too for all I hold dear..

[@c.m.l.184]

Great Rafa

[@JG7868]

An amazing ambassador for professional sports, not just tennis. A role model who has inspired millions around the world in what it means to be the ultimate sportsman. Your humility, amazing work ethics and tenacity are second to none. Thank you Rafa for the joy of watching you play for over 2 decades. Tennis for me will not be the same without you.

[@y0bama]

Damn, feels like I lost a family member 😭

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

He could have been the greatest he ended up the second greatest man to ever have played. He missed twice as many grand slams as Novak because of injury, Novak is just now finding out at 37 what injuries are about Rafa didn't know if he would play past the age of 24 because of that foot ailment the congenital defect he never shared with any of us. He's one of the most professional athletes I've ever seen, I have more respect for him than any tennis player currently and he will be greatly missed. He will still forever be remembered as a clay court specialist but he won as many US opens as Novak and Roger.

[@gennykun13]

Bianca is everything - wearing that Rafa shirt! Good job!!! That was super thoughtful! Serena, too, she said some really heart-felt awesome things! Nice tribute by everyone!

[@antoinettekankindi6807]

Trust Murray to tell us what could make Rafa loose it❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉... Fun tribute😂

[@AVALANCHE-Switzerland]

muchas gracias caballero , todo el mejor para el futuro , que seas feliz 🙏

[@maunlio]

I remember reading your daily blog from Wimbledon many many years ago, that is when i discovered you as an amazing player and a great human being!

[@naveedulhassan6417]

Rafa. Don't go. Play one more match

[@jazzyrampras2384]

"Incredibly nice and humble"

[@eugenedowns2563]

Roger and Rafa ... class acts! 🤩🤩🤩

[@aiboolean]

3:49 I remember those days, there was a tennis youtube channel that Chela, Monaco and other argentinians had, and it had some of the best off court moments you can find.

[@subratadas-wt8vd]

The End of FEDAL era. Incredible journey. Best of luck for future endeavor. Thanks for everything.

[@lurlynthomas3784]

Lurlyn Thomas from Trinidad you will miss and remembered forever you brought tears to my eyes❤

[@ElleSimonee]

Enjoy your retirement Rafael Nadal! While I didn’t grow up watching tennis, when I started, I went back and watched almost every single match of his. He is a true masterclass! My only sadness was not being able to enjoy it in true time.

[@zainabbhatti7720]

Question - describe rafa Novak: hes got many different legacies… the achievements that are incredible, historical…. Roger: he is kind☺️

[@gianmarcoortu7764]

Sei stato e sarai per sempre un esempio Rafael, grazie di tutto, buona vita ❤

[@akhilak208]

Kind + Humble + Relentless fire + Values + Discipline + Nice Guy + Inspiration 🥲 & Clay 😭🎾🙏 take a bow , Gracias ❤❤❤

[@DenisDurkovic333]

3:57 haha nice one ❤

[@Romika777]

Verujem da se i Rafa nasmejao na ovo

[@DenisDurkovic333]

@ sigurno 😄

[@sarhamac8794]

❤

[@PSS_FUN]

just wanna say "Thank You Rafa"

[@deadinthebed963]

Its too much Rafa came back so many times it was sperhuman really such a shame noone beats farther time😢

[@giannifusini4963]

Top!❤ Thanks Rafa

[@bernardzammit6459]

Best wishes to one of the best in tennis history

[@sandrobsnake]

Most respect from 1 of the greats...

[@tuanchungoc974]

Nadal is the closest definition of "Never give up" No matter how hard, how difficult, how topspin...opponents hit the ball, he will hit harder, more difficult, and more topspin.

[@cavaalli]

nope i'm not crying !

[@phillamoore157]

I’m not either!

[@CasaAntigua78]

Gracias Rafa. It won't be the same 😢

[@wormo5096]

Rafa.,’G.O.A.T. ‘Gone fish in’👑💪

[@phillamoore157]

Wow….for those of us who’ve been alive long enough to not only witness the Sampras, Agassi, Connors, McEnroe, but then the era Federer single-handedly ushered in…we’re so incredibly privileged, and blessed to have witnessed THAT much greatness. As with Roger, and now Novak….Novak’s greatness was hardly limited to the tennis court. I’m trying not to be incredibly sad at knowing we’ve watched his last match, knowing we should be celebrating his career….but, even knowing this was coming, it’s still gut-wrenching. Wishing you the VERY best for whatever endeavors you move on to.

[@MariaJose-oc8yj]

No te has equivocado? Por qué dices Novak y no Rafa?

[@akgo2684]

Rafa😢

[@Leomerya12]

Serena, Roger, Andy, now Rafa. One remains from my generation.

[@AndrewBashtovoy]

Gracias Rafa ❤

[@jesuscastrovi9759]

T H A N K Y O U R A F A ❤

[@JohnnyYeet123-sr8xk]

Swiatek and Wawrinka should’ve been in this

[@gibbleway]

2nd comment though i absolutely believe Federer's game to be superior in class, Rafa was the most insane level sportsman in his real prime (2005-2007) just like Federer. He had the open stance sliding shots with power and wrist flexibility for sick angles/depth. By 2008 he started to drop back more casually but still had the great depth variability and some power from then on.

[@deltasrage97yt]

Thank You Rafa

[@NisseOhlsen]

Aww.. Rafa + Roger.... 🥰

[@knotwilg3596]

Although Federer and Nadal are probably a little closer to each other than Djokovic, these three greats have not only created the best rivalries we've ever seen but they have always combined it with a generosity and kindness towards each other that is exemplary. We didn't have that back in the days of Connors, McEnroe, Lendl and Borg. It has set an example for what's going on today: Sinner, Alcaraz, Medvedev and all the other guys appearing in this video have been a good lot. Even if there are some characters out there, they can't be NOT part of this atmosphere. Tennis is such a positive sport these days and Rafa has contributed a great deal to that. ATP is doing a great job to keep that spirit alive with videos like these. Good leadership and media team there.

[@henrykaspar3634]

Serena Williams as an unabashed fan girl! That’s a sight to behold.

[@Mitch-z1t]

Ultimate warrior. Body just gave out

[@picyay4563]

Sampras/Agassi to Nadal/Federer/Djokovic to Sinner/Carlos/Fritz .. my love for watching tennis will never go away

[@gibbleway]

Rafa for me is the king of the open stance play, he along with serena and particularly protege djokovic grew confidence from playing/watching. Djokovic bean counters dont even challenge me with ignorance, thanks.

[@Aliceteacup]

Respect 🐐🇪🇸🫶

[@rooftopmadrid2402]

Why the help didn’t they show this video in his farewell ceremony?? They just took footage from here and there and made a ridiculous video, no souls no nothing. It was so frustrating to see that Spain wasn’t at the level they should be for the best athlete in the history of Spain. As Spaniard that has seen every single match of Rafa during all his carrier, I couldn’t believe the absolute disaster of farewell they organized for him. He deserved way more after all what he has given to us throughout all his career and I hope there will be another chance for him to say goodbye properly! We love you Rafa. For me the best to ever play the game.

[@michaelalexander299]

I agree, it was lackluster and very strange. And why didn’t they use him in doubles only, with Alcaraz? It would have been brilliant.

[@edwaldocamargo4387]

A questão é quem vai superar essa geração de tenistas? 😊

[@engelspena5691]

Este video fue hermoso. Pero, ¿dónde está el Tío Toni?😢 This was beautiful... but where was Uncle Toni man? 😢

[@godz4ever404]

I've never seen so many little "ticks" from a player ever! Lol. But it has been a pleasure to watch you shine and be one of the best whose ever done it! Congrats Rafa! 🎉💞👏🎾

[@shnhkn1]

I wanted to see their messages, Cristiano Ronaldo who is very close to Nadal and Messi for sure.

[@bpure2560]

Can't get the image of Rafa throwing his playstation hand controller across the room. Hubie sounds like A.I. 😂

[@NikoaidanielovichNazarenko]

Nice to see Murry, The journalist in his mother land gave him a very hard time, Imploring him to be like the big boys so they stamped at the time the likes of Fed and buccaneer, They can talk, One wonders what did he feel when memories of his hard work off the court being given such measly respect by few among his own probably never his fan but possess tight clout on the mic,

[@pincel1996]

Beautiful video but i was expecting something from Iga since she idolizes him so much.

[@_Kirtap_]

They recorded these videos during Queen's!! He already decided to retire after RG...

[@ATP0101]

Why wasn’t Nick k. On this video? He’s Rafa favorite ❤