“A few months ago we joked that we were both on crutches,” Swiss Roger Federer recalled in his congratulatory message to Rafa Nadal after winning the Australian Open and his 21st Grand Slam title.
“What a game! To my friend and great rival Rafa Nadal. Heartfelt congratulations for becoming the first man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles,” the Swiss tennis player posted on his social networks after the Spaniard’s victory against the Russian Daniil Medvedev.
“A few months ago we joked that we were both on crutches. Incredible. Never underestimate a great champion. Your incredible work ethic, dedication and fighting spirit are an inspiration to me and countless others around the world, “he said.
I am proud to share this time with you and am honored to have played a role in driving you to achieve more, as you have done for me for the past 18 years. I’m sure you have more achievements ahead of you, but for now enjoy this one,” added Federer.