But then in 2004 March, Federer was upset by a 17-year-old Nadal, who won 6-3 6-3 their Miami Open meeting. The following year, the former 20-time Grand Slam champion got his revenge by winning their second meeting that also came in Miami.

Rafael Nadal’s career ended on Tuesday at the Davis Cup Finals after Team Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands. His retirement ceremony included figures like Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Serena Williams paying tribute to him in a video.

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

Federer was the first to reach 20 Grand Slam titles by winning the 2018 Australian Open, which was the last Major title of his legendary career. The former Swiss champion was the most loved player by fans in every corner of the planet and his impact on the sport is unparalleled.

Roger Federer is saying a fond farewell to Rafael Nadal. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, Federer, 42, posted an emotional tribute to his former sports rival Nadal, 38, on Instagram ahead of the tennis ace's last tournament before retiring at the 2024 Davis Cup Finals, which begins on Nov. 19.

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis' most illustrious figures, announced his retirement in October, marking the conclusion of a remarkable career spanning over two decades. The 38-year-old Nadal is set to play in his farewell tournament, the Davis Cup Finals, which will start Tuesday in his home country of Spain.

Roger Federer writes a heartfelt letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of the Spaniard’s retirement, celebrating their iconic rivalry and cherished moments on and off the court. From their epic Grand Slam battles to emotional doubles matches,