Dear Rafa,
It has been a privilege to watch you evolve on our clay, where you will leave a perpetual mark on such a challenging surface.
We're proud to count you as our greatest champion, as much for your 14 titles as for the man you are. Your legacy will live on forever, on and off the tennis courts.
Victory belongs to the most tenacious. Legend belongs to the King of clay.
Thank you for the countless memories we've shared together. We wish you all the best for the future. Roland-Garros has been and always will be your home.
Hasta pronto, amigo 🧡
Roland-Garros
Now, it feels like standing on a cliff’s edge.
I started following the sport circa 2003. I don’t know tennis without Federer or Nadal. After this week, both of them will be retired.
The worst part about growing up a sports fan?
Your childhood’s figures get old faster than you.