Roger Federer has never denied the fact that he has always enjoyed a fantastic relationship with his biggest rival: Rafael Nadal.
The Swiss Legend had fantastic words for the Spaniard during the Laureus World Sports Awards in Monaco saying that the King of Clay also deserved to be there.
“He’s an incredible player, incredible friend, an incredible athlete.”
Roger surprised for being emotional in praising Rafa during the ceremony to say
“He had an unbelievable year himself. We had a great battle, and it’s because of a guy like him, I feel like I’ve become a better player as well.
He could very well be here as well and standing here with this award. He’s an incredible player, incredible friend, an incredible athlete.
All the matches that you’ve played against one another, they sort of connect you to some extent.
When you lose against a guy 9-7 in the fifth or you win 9-7 in the fifth, it leaves something special there for everyone.
Whenever you walk past a guy, you know there was a match that really shaped your character maybe as well.”
