French Open: Rod Laver to Patrick McEnroe; Tennis World Hails Rafael Nadal After Win Over Novak Djokovic

Paris: It was a night to remember for Rafael Nadal at the French Open as he overcame the Novak Djokovic challenge during the quarter-final of the French Open. After a fierce battle that lasted more than four hours, Nadal emerged on top 6-2, 4-6, 6-2, 7-6(4). Nadal, who is coming into the Slam on the back of a foot injury, looked in top form against the World No 1 as he booked a spot in the semis.

Following his epic win, the tennis world congratulated him and hoped he can go all the way.

“59 times over 17 years, the Novak and Rafa chronicle is as thrilling as ever. What a delight to witness another installment on Philippe Chatrier tonight. Congratulations on this occasion, Rafael Nadal. The quest for 14 French Open titles continues. Incredible,” Laver tweeted.

59 times over 17 years, the Novak and Rafa chronicle is as thrilling as ever. What a delight to witness another installment on Philippe Chatrier tonight. Congratulations on this occasion @RafaelNadal. The quest for 14 #RolandGarros titles continues. Incredible. 🚀

— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) May 31, 2022

“What an amazing night of tennis! Rafa!” former World No 3 Pam Shriver tweeted.

Thanks for my VPN and @TennisChannel plus and @twitter space with @RobSimmelkjaer @chris_eubanks96 and friends from around the world what an amazing night of tennis 🎾 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Rafa!

— Pam Shriver (@PHShriver) May 31, 2022

Patrick McEnroe also hailed the Mallorca-born player. “Rafael Nadal everyone. Incroyable,” McEnroe tweeted.

Rafael Nadal everyone.

RAFAEL NADAL

Incroyable

— Patrick McEnroe (@PatrickMcEnroe) May 31, 2022

“I don’t know what can happen. I think I’m gonna be playing this tournament because we are doing the things to be ready to play this tournament, but I don’t know what’s gonna happen after here,” Nadal told a news conference after the game.