Virat Kohli taking it to his Instagram account shared a photo of Nadal and Federer calling it "most beautiful sporting picture ever for him".
Digital Desk: One of history's greatest athletes, Roger Federer announced his retirement from tennis on Friday. In the Laver Cup doubles competition, he teamed up with longtime rival Rafael Nadal, marking an unexpected end to his professional career.
Rafael Nadal was seen crying throughout the Swiss master's address after the Laver Cup match, and Roger Federer was naturally upset as he said goodbye to the game. Even cricketing legend Virat Kohli couldn't resist a remark about the event, which shows the impact of the players’ emotional photos on social media.
Virat Kohli taking it to his Instagram account shared a photo of Nadal and Federer calling it "most beautiful sporting picture ever for him".
Kohli wrote, "Who thought rivals can feel like this towards each other. That’s the beauty of sport. This is the most beautiful sporting picture ever for me. When your companions cry for you, you know what you’ve been able to do with your god given talent. Nothing but respect for these 2. @rogerfederer @rafaelnadal."
At the event, Nadal looked just as upset as Federer, as if he was also seeing the day he would hang up his tennis shoes. Fans worry that such a day could not be too far away because he has continuously struggled with ailments and fitness difficulties over the past few years.
The occasion prompted an emotional response from Nadal, who said of Federer: "For me, has been a big honour to be a part of this amazing moment of the history of our sport, and at the same time, many years sharing a lot of things."
"When Roger leaves the tour, a significant portion of my life will also depart because of all the times he has stood next to or in front of me at crucial occasions in my life. Therefore, it has been difficult to see the family and other people. Yes, it's challenging to describe. But, sure, incredible occasion “he added.
Federer has decided to end his professional playing career, but he has made a commitment to avoid turning into a "tennis ghost."
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