In all the years that he played, he gives it his best. It doesn’t matter if it’s a title he has to defend, he plays like it’s his first time being in that match. I’ve only had seen him in person once at the US Open a few years ago. But I’ve watched his matches, cheered for and with him, felt disappointed along with millions of fans. Like any other sport icon, when this chapter ends, it hurts but know that you’ve carved yourself a spot not only for tennis but for every aspiring athlete out there: to be tenacious, to believe, to have the grit! Gracias Rafa!
The exact opposite. He shouldn't and I'm sure he doesn't regret it, because he is a professional. But he clearly was emotional, and that a beautiful thing. @@elcapitan2201
What is important to me as an athlete about Rafa is how he makes me feel when I watch his games. He brought out the best fighting spirit with his true sportsmanship and passion to get better every game. I laughed and cried when I watched his matches, and I love his true humble nature. 👏💚 Thank you Rafa for the great work, you are the top champion.🏆
I was emotional but didn't understand a word of what was said. I guess you don't need to understand the Spanish language to feel it in your heart. Rafa, you reignited my love for the sport of tennis. It had been lost for over a decade, then you came along. We love you!
You can understand what he said, just enable Translate in your Language in TH-cam video settings on right side bottom of the video screen. You will get the subtitles.
He is the finest example of a sportsman of the highest caliber and the perfect embassador for his sport of tennis and pro sports and a wonderful human being. Much respect, King of clay! 🙏🏽💯🎾
@@user-kj3pm4vr4rfor you. But we all know. The one and only king of tennis is…. the men who has all records, the one and only Mr novak Djokovic who speak easily 5-6 languages. A pure master in life work balance. Novak goat. Nadal respect on the second place king of clay no problems with that
Para ti Djokovic y para mi Nadal ningún otro deportista me hace sentir lo que me da Nadal pasión carisma sencillez amor por su familia un señor fuera y dentro de la pista es completo en todos los sentidos
@@Neo-wj5pjITF is the governing body of tennis of any discipline. There is one guy who has 28 Grandslam titles, 3 Gold Medals and 582 weeks at #1. These are much better records than what Novak accomplished. 💪😎
Commovente cerimonia per un campione che resterà impresso nella memoria di tutti gli appassionati: un abbraccio dall'Italia alla Spagna!!!! Viva gli Stati Uniti d'Europa!!!!
Rafa feels the love. He may have lost the match, but he's happy because he can say goodbye on court. Respect to a legend who's achieved so much and given his all to tennis.
the best thing he ever said was in a game he was down 5-1 in the first set of the game. he pulled an epic come back and won the set. after the game he told the reporters do not remember me for winning the set but remember that when i was down 5-1 i didnt break my racket on the ground! Rafa you are and always will be an inspiration to everyone that wants to be a great MAN or WOMAN! and now go and win Roland Garros!
I don't always cry...but felt the same way back in November 2013 when Sachin Tendulkar retired from cricket in Mumbai...now feeling this today when most loved tennis superstar RAFA is leaving the game ...Vamos Rafa...you were the only reason I watched tennis so passionately since two 2004-2005...for me tennis is not the same without you...
Thank you Rafa... the energy and determination.... amazing to the end. Guessing the French Open guys are watching this because that will be huge... and how not to roll down banners 😀
Well done sir you are everything we want from an athlete hardworking and a true class act may the next chapter of your life bring you as much success as your first.congratulations !!!!
Rafa, you'll definitely be missed in the 'World of Tennis' there's no one like you..that works hard for every shot!! I've been watching you since you started and it's hard to say goodbye 😢😢..but Thank you for all your years of making people happy with your exciting games. Much success in your family life. We love ❤️ ya!! 🎉🎉
Our Champ Rafa, my all time favorite! Many thanks for bringing such exciting, intensity and a great role model in Tennis. We will definitely miss you. Fans❤and support you from all over the World. Muchas Gracias! 🥰
This was such a touching ceremony n no less than Rafa deserves for his amazing talent n achievements. He has contributed so much to tge world of tennis tht all who love n respect him will be sad to see him eventually retire from the sport❤
GRACIAS RAFA! cuanto hemos podido disfrutar de tu tenis, pero sobre todo cuantos valores has enseñado a los mas pequeños , deportista inmejorable ... BRAVO 👏👏👏
Thank you for great memories, Rafa! You have been and always will be the king of clay! We'll miss you in Madrid, but hope to see you on clay in Rome and RG! One of the toughest competitors, the ultimate fighter!!
Grateful for all the spectacular moments we were offered by this amazing man. I hope life treats him with kindness moving forward, he's so deserving of happyness, love & respect ❤️
Gracias Rafa por tanto, la afición española e hispanoamericana te extrañará mucho en aquella pista, mucho éxito en Roma, Roland Garros y los JJOO. de Paris ❤
I cried too, so touch, thank you Rafa, so many memories from you, don’t want to see you leaving, but time flies, you’re a great player, the king of clay forever
Con todo mis respetos y admiración a todos los deportistas que dan tanto por el deporte ESPAÑOL.... Mí admiración por Rafa es muy Especial, como lo es el. ❤🇪🇸👏👍
@@vinothv56 A star is a luminous spheroid of plasma held together by self-gravity.[1] The nearest star to Earth is the Sun. - wikipedia have more reading for your own good 🤣
Rafa mis respetos hacia ti eres un gran ser humano un gran jugador llegaste a innovar el tenis con unas jugadas maravillosas y físicamente genial eres un grande
Como me haces Vibrar de Emoción..De Felicidad de Energía De Todo Grande RAFA NADAL SOIS GIGANTE ❤ GRANDE CAMPEON QUE SACUDE LAS MASAS LA GENTE LOS JÓVENES TENISTAS A LOS MAS VIEJECITOS A TODOS ..GRACIAS GRACIAS GRANDE RAFA SOIS UN EJEMPLO!!👏👏🇪🇦🐂⚡👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🇪🇦⚡💪💪💫☀️🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🌹☀️⭐⭐⭐🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾❤😢
Even if im from Basel (Federer Hometown) i have to say its a really sad day. Nadals Tennis style was the nicest to watch he is a fighter and a true Legend in the Tennis Sport. Its sad a other Player is gona and shows how time flyes and we getting older and older. Ty for everything King Rafa
Those who dont understand what he said, here it is the solution, just enable Translate in your Language in TH-cam video settings on right side bottom of the video screen. You will get the subtitles.
Rafa…Nada ni nadie podrá sustituirte, eres el más grande en la tierra y un gran luchador. Gracias por hacernos disfrutar de tu magia y por enseñarnos que para ganar hay que trabajar, trabajar y trabajar!! ❤❤
I was watching tennis channel live when they literally cut from the start of this ceremony to a mind numbing episode of TC Live - can someone help me understand their horrific broadcast decisions? And then to post this on YT as though TC subscribers got to watch it live is such a damn joke
Rafa representa una era de gloria en el tenis global. Felicidades Rafa! Eres un grandioso jugador, pero admiro tus respuestas honestas en el salón de prensa de los torneos. Eres un enorme jugador, pero estoy seguro que eres mejor ser humano!
Beautiful and emotional tribute to a great player and much loved sports personality. He's loved not only for his talent on the court but for his sportsmanship and humility off it. We'll never forget Rafa ❤
he shouldnt retire,...he should only play the clay season in the next years if he body allowed that for 2 months. I REALLY hope and pray for that..,.,..,.
Gracias Rafa, son impagables todos los momentos que nos has ido regalando en tu carrera y este es uno más. Nadie como tú contribuye tanto a la imagen de España en el mundo, este país estará siempre en deuda contigo 👏👏👏
This is the respect that legends deserve for their contribution to the sport
Absolutely. Such a great way to go out of the sport. Wish fed had something similar to this as well during his last season on tour.
Rafa the biggest legend and goat!
The essence missing from Djokovic!
Who will never achieve it, let alone understand !
Click like if you also cried!
Click like if yor not surprised they screwed up the flag unfurling
Click like again if yor surprised they didn't frieken pull the flag back up and FIX it!
I’m a Rafa fan but this was not an emotional ceremony at all. They could have done a lot better
Haha yes the flag unfurling added to the cry,and yes whoever that guys name is acted so annoyed the entire time, well he’s nobody anyways
I guess I can't click like 😂
"Gladiator, we salute you..."
The most fiercest competitor, greatest champion and above all the most humble sportsperson. Thanks for all the memories.
In all the years that he played, he gives it his best. It doesn’t matter if it’s a title he has to defend, he plays like it’s his first time being in that match. I’ve only had seen him in person once at the US Open a few years ago. But I’ve watched his matches, cheered for and with him, felt disappointed along with millions of fans. Like any other sport icon, when this chapter ends, it hurts but know that you’ve carved yourself a spot not only for tennis but for every aspiring athlete out there: to be tenacious, to believe, to have the grit! Gracias Rafa!
What a fitting choice of music. What a ferocious galdiator. What a Giant
well put!
Minute 5:05 - Lehecka crying and then Rafa' sister Maribel breaks your heart 😭😭😭
jus respect for a legend bro
The exact opposite. He shouldn't and I'm sure he doesn't regret it, because he is a professional. But he clearly was emotional, and that a beautiful thing. @@elcapitan2201
What is important to me as an athlete about Rafa is how he makes me feel when I watch his games. He brought out the best fighting spirit with his true sportsmanship and passion to get better every game. I laughed and cried when I watched his matches, and I love his true humble nature. 👏💚
Thank you Rafa for the great work, you are the top champion.🏆
I was emotional but didn't understand a word of what was said. I guess you don't need to understand the Spanish language to feel it in your heart. Rafa, you reignited my love for the sport of tennis. It had been lost for over a decade, then you came along. We love you!
it was all about the Royal Air Force :o)
You can understand what he said, just enable Translate in your Language in TH-cam video settings on right side bottom of the video screen. You will get the subtitles.
he sais ...thx ! :o)
He talked about aliens and Chinese spy balloons the whole time
@@waholoopesorry74LOL you , you used YT translator right !?? :o)
He is the finest example of a sportsman of the highest caliber and the perfect embassador for his sport of tennis and pro sports and a wonderful human being. Much respect, King of clay! 🙏🏽💯🎾
Rafa, the Spanish artist, the king of tennis, has a kind heart. I love this man
King of clay not of tennis
rey de la arcilla rey del tenis y uno de los mejores deportistas de toda la historia@@SendaAngosta
@@user-kj3pm4vr4rfor you. But we all know. The one and only king of tennis is…. the men who has all records, the one and only Mr novak Djokovic who speak easily 5-6 languages. A pure master in life work balance. Novak goat. Nadal respect on the second place king of clay no problems with that
Para ti Djokovic y para mi Nadal ningún otro deportista me hace sentir lo que me da Nadal pasión carisma sencillez amor por su familia un señor fuera y dentro de la pista es completo en todos los sentidos
@@Neo-wj5pjITF is the governing body of tennis of any discipline. There is one guy who has 28 Grandslam titles, 3 Gold Medals and 582 weeks at #1. These are much better records than what Novak accomplished. 💪😎
mark my words . . ther ewill never be another rafa nadal ... not even close
The man will always be a LEGEND! He has our hearts!
What an honour and a privilege to have Rafa on the court ....what a darling!!!!!
Commovente cerimonia per un campione che resterà impresso nella memoria di tutti gli appassionati: un abbraccio dall'Italia alla Spagna!!!! Viva gli Stati Uniti d'Europa!!!!
🇪🇦♥️🇮🇹 Un abrazo desde España a la bella Italia!!!!
Even Jiri Leheka was crying😢😢
I was wondering if I was imagining it, so glad u confirmed! Wow.
Rafa feels the love. He may have lost the match, but he's happy because he can say goodbye on court. Respect to a legend who's achieved so much and given his all to tennis.
He was a young man and now he is middle age man...the sacrifice these athletes have given to the game. Have a good life, Rafa. Thank you.
Thank You from the Heart ♥️🎾🎾🎾 We LOVE YOU ♥️💜🌟💥💥💥♥️♥️♥️💜💜💜💖💖💖🎾🎾🎾🙏
Thanks Rafa for being a best player, entertaining us, and a role model ❤️
Him and Federer are the best.🥰
❤❤❤❤❤
@@lindatulle1 🤣🤣
Feel so lucky to have been able to witness his entire career with all of its ups and downs. Incredible! ❤
the best thing he ever said was
in a game he was down 5-1 in the first set of the game.
he pulled an epic come back and won the set.
after the game he told the reporters do not remember me for winning the set but remember that when i was down 5-1 i didnt break my racket on the ground!
Rafa you are and always will be an inspiration to everyone that wants to be a great MAN or WOMAN! and now go and win Roland Garros!
The man, the legend, The Matador, the one and only Rafael Nadal!
Man I almost cried seeing Rafa walking into the sunset. Heavy emotions!
Ha sido un placer verte estos últimos 20 años Rafa! Gracias, por los recuerdos y las emociones. Fue un placer apoyarte en Madrid. Gracias.
I don't always cry...but felt the same way back in November 2013 when Sachin Tendulkar retired from cricket in Mumbai...now feeling this today when most loved tennis superstar RAFA is leaving the game ...Vamos Rafa...you were the only reason I watched tennis so passionately since two 2004-2005...for me tennis is not the same without you...
Rafa Tu Eres nuestro regalo, Gracias por enseñarme tu sencillez en un deportista tan Grandioso como tu...Te Quiero Mucho!
muchisimo respeto a este tio q ha cambiado la historia del tenis y del deporte in general, un abrazo desde italia.
Rafa! nadie nos dio más alegrías que tú...simplemente GRACIAS!!!
I wonder if Rafa can remember all of his wins? There's so many!!! We love and respect you Rafa. Bravo.
No, you don’t remember all of your wins. There are many early round matches that you end up forgetting.
@@waholoopesorry74 he meant all his tournament wins
@@nitnesto9195 NO they r so many , he admitted in one interview before he cannot remember all, especially the NON grand Slams tournaments finals.
@@abukhalidali1823 so why are you telling me no? that's what i said
@@nitnesto9195 NO the tournaments he cannot even remember
That smile man it’s unbelievable love Rafa thank you everything you gave us
what a life what a legacy what a family ,, such a warrior with discipline, flawless record as a sportsman,
good record but not flawless
@@Peace-qm2sp I meant never behaved badly and no controversies.
@@Peace-qm2sp you call 112-3 14 Rg is "good" 😅?
@@Mythos189 decent but could be better
@@Peace-qm2sp 😁
Favourite tennis player. Favourite sportsman. Favourite famous human being. Ever. Love you,Rafa💙my whole-life inspiration 💙
It was privilege to watch Rafa and Roger - never thought these two legends would ever stop.... alas! time spares none
Rafa❤❤ke se puede decir de ti eres único en tu terreno ❤❤ como persona ....... Con un ❤ tan tan grande...,.....te keremos ❤❤❤❤❤❤
No solo Madrid, yo estoy en Medellin Colombia y aquí nos morimos por el, es único en todoooo
Absolute legend, so emotional. thank you for all the joyous moment you gave the fans over 2 decades. Thank you Madrid for honoring him 🙏
Love you Rafa. Always been a pleasure to see you on court. Best wishes and lots of prayers for your future undertakings.
Un gran ejemplo de deportista. Una carrera admirable y fantástica. Dios le bendiga.
Gladiator music. How fitting.
I don't speak Spanish, but that was obviously lovely. As they say, "and the crowd loved him."
Gracias mi GLADIADOR. Te voy a extrañar RAFA😢
Thanks for everything rafa
Thank you Rafa... the energy and determination.... amazing to the end. Guessing the French Open guys are watching this because that will be huge... and how not to roll down banners 😀
Well done sir you are everything we want from an athlete hardworking and a true class act may the next chapter of your life bring you as much success as your first.congratulations !!!!
Rafa, you'll definitely be missed in the 'World of Tennis' there's no one like you..that works hard for every shot!! I've been watching you since you started and it's hard to say goodbye 😢😢..but Thank you for all your years of making people happy with your exciting games.
Much success in your family life. We love ❤️ ya!! 🎉🎉
@User-nd7wu Stfu and respect Rafa, as Nole does and most intelligent people, you don't deserve to mention Nole, the GOAT in your "message".
Our Champ Rafa, my all time favorite! Many thanks for bringing such exciting, intensity and a great role model in Tennis. We will definitely miss you. Fans❤and support you from all over the World. Muchas Gracias! 🥰
We will never forget you Rafa for those beautiful years. You ve been a tremendous and astonishing champion
This was such a touching ceremony n no less than Rafa deserves for his amazing talent n achievements. He has contributed so much to tge world of tennis tht all who love n respect him will be sad to see him eventually retire from the sport❤
Very emotional. He deserved it. Every tournament this year is his last. What a legend!
An absolute role model!
THANK YOU Rafa for your magic!
Sad to see this day come. Thanks Rafa for letting us watch you all this time ❤❤
Am plâns. Nu am mai pățit asa ceva la niciun alt jucător la retragerea lui. 😢
GRACIAS RAFA! cuanto hemos podido disfrutar de tu tenis, pero sobre todo cuantos valores has enseñado a los mas pequeños , deportista inmejorable ... BRAVO 👏👏👏
Thank you for great memories, Rafa! You have been and always will be the king of clay!
We'll miss you in Madrid, but hope to see you on clay in Rome and RG!
One of the toughest competitors, the ultimate fighter!!
Wow, the end is really near! incredible. I've followed his matches since 2006!
Grateful for all the spectacular moments we were offered by this amazing man. I hope life treats him with kindness moving forward, he's so deserving of happyness, love & respect ❤️
Legend of my time.love you Rafa💙
Gracias por todo Rafa. Espero volver a dártelas en un futuro próximo. Has sido y eres un ejemplo.
I am Novak’s fan, but this left me in tears. I feel nothing but respect towards his playing career! Gracias por todo!
Ewww
Federer gone now rafa well soon , Djokovic is next whew we been spoiled the last 20 years 😭😭😭 I'm not ready for the big 3 to be nonexistent on tour .
Gracias Rafa por tanto, la afición española e hispanoamericana te extrañará mucho en aquella pista, mucho éxito en Roma, Roland Garros y los JJOO. de Paris ❤
Great Rafa! 💪😍
Gracias........ Thank you Rafa!
I cried too, so touch, thank you Rafa, so many memories from you, don’t want to see you leaving, but time flies, you’re a great player, the king of clay forever
GRACIAS RAFA, we can say that you are the GREATEST GLADIATOR in the HISTORY OF ALL SPORTS.....
The GOAT! Thank you Rafa ❤
Tennis courts will be colorless without you Rafa 😢
Rafa is one special guy!!!
Eres un guerrero superior....gracias por tu legado
Con todo mis respetos y admiración a todos los deportistas que dan tanto por el deporte ESPAÑOL.... Mí admiración por Rafa es muy Especial, como lo es el. ❤🇪🇸👏👍
Gracias por todo Rafa !!! Que tardes y noches viendote jugar con esa pasion y competitividad fuera de lo comun !!! Leyenda viva 🙌🙌🙌
GRANDE RAFA!!! Gracias por todas las alegrías que nos has dado a todos, NADIE COMO TU❤❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑
Thank you Rafa xx❤🇬🇧
"Que belleza ver a Rafa emocionado delante de su gente. Ha sido una carrera fantástica"
Bravo,bravo! Tenista y Persona el mejor! Agradezco y a Usted y a su familia!!! Rafa❤
Muy humilde el campeón! Enhorabuena Rafael ! 👍😘🎾🏆
Omg Rafa such an amazing player …if Federer was the sun Rafa the moon , the air the water of tennis 😢😢😢tennis is going to miss this legend
I think you left 'Star' for Djoker😂😅
sun is actually a star, so there's only sun and moon 😅😂
@@Irishb0y star is the brightest of three. Don't equate sun to star. Hope science tells you that too
@@vinothv56 A star is a luminous spheroid of plasma held together by self-gravity.[1] The nearest star to Earth is the Sun. - wikipedia
have more reading for your own good 🤣
Rafa mis respetos hacia ti eres un gran ser humano un gran jugador llegaste a innovar el tenis con unas jugadas maravillosas y físicamente genial eres un grande
So sad I cried so much watching it he is a hero and a gentleman in every thing possible god bless you champ
Very humble guy my favourite player
Como me haces Vibrar de Emoción..De Felicidad de Energía De Todo Grande RAFA NADAL SOIS GIGANTE ❤ GRANDE CAMPEON QUE SACUDE LAS MASAS LA GENTE LOS JÓVENES TENISTAS A LOS MAS VIEJECITOS A TODOS ..GRACIAS GRACIAS GRANDE RAFA SOIS UN EJEMPLO!!👏👏🇪🇦🐂⚡👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🇪🇦⚡💪💪💫☀️🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🌹☀️⭐⭐⭐🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾❤😢
So much respect Sir. Legend ✊ ♥️
Even if im from Basel (Federer Hometown) i have to say its a really sad day.
Nadals Tennis style was the nicest to watch he is a fighter and a true Legend in the Tennis Sport.
Its sad a other Player is gona and shows how time flyes and we getting older and older.
Ty for everything King Rafa
Cried so much for Rafa
What a great Champion and Peoples Love...Vamos RAFA!
Those who dont understand what he said, here it is the solution, just enable Translate in your Language in TH-cam video settings on right side bottom of the video screen. You will get the subtitles.
Thank you!
Gracias !!!por los inolviables días y noches de tenis, me has alegrado mi vida 🎉❤
Enough Rafa..You have done to Tennis is more than any one..Vamous
One of the GOATS of Tennis without doubt. Gracias Rafa for making us enjoy every minute of your splendid career.😍😍🥇🎾
Rafa…Nada ni nadie podrá sustituirte, eres el más grande en la tierra y un gran luchador. Gracias por hacernos disfrutar de tu magia y por enseñarnos que para ganar hay que trabajar, trabajar y trabajar!! ❤❤
I cried when I saw him walking away into the tunnel, it’s soooo sad
The sports star of my LIFETIME right there. Rafa ❤
I was watching tennis channel live when they literally cut from the start of this ceremony to a mind numbing episode of TC Live - can someone help me understand their horrific broadcast decisions? And then to post this on YT as though TC subscribers got to watch it live is such a damn joke
That’s the truth.
Too sad! I think ESPN and Tennis TV beat them by showing the clip first online. This is not the first time the Tennis Channel cuts ceremonies.
Contractual Agreements
I know right, I was pissed!
And then they would go about who would be the next American male player to reach top 10 (like anybody cares) or how Coco Gauff is the next Serena.
Rafa representa una era de gloria en el tenis global. Felicidades Rafa! Eres un grandioso jugador, pero admiro tus respuestas honestas en el salón de prensa de los torneos. Eres un enorme jugador, pero estoy seguro que eres mejor ser humano!
Thank you 🐐 for memories
Gracias Rafa, Wir lieben Dich, You're my favourite Tennis Player ❤❤❤ !
NADAL un nome che rimarrà scolpito nella storia del Tennis in modo INDELEBILE.......... GRAZIE DI TUTTO RAFA
THE MAN THE LEGEND...
Beautiful and emotional tribute to a great player and much loved sports personality. He's loved not only for his talent on the court but for his sportsmanship and humility off it. We'll never forget Rafa ❤
he shouldnt retire,...he should only play the clay season in the next years if he body allowed that for 2 months. I REALLY hope and pray for that..,.,..,.
He's body won't allow it 😩
No dejo de emocionarme, gracias RAFA por hacerme feliz tantas veces
Gracias Rafa, son impagables todos los momentos que nos has ido regalando en tu carrera y este es uno más. Nadie como tú contribuye tanto a la imagen de España en el mundo, este país estará siempre en deuda contigo 👏👏👏
Allí estuve yo. Espectacular verle jugar y maravilloso homenaje. El público totalmente entregado a Rafa. Te quiero y gracias por tanto ❤️♾️💪🏽👑