Shanghai, Oct 11, 2024 (AFP) - Djokovic 'overwhelmed' after 'greatest rival' Nadal's retirement

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2024-10-11

Novak Djokovic said Friday he was "overwhelmed" by the news of Rafael Nadal's retirement and called the Spaniard "the greatest rival that I ever had", but said he has no plans to stop. Nadal announced Thursday that he will step back from tennis after the Davis Cup finals in November, ending his 22 Grand Slam-winning career. He clashed 60 times with Djokovic, who edged their rivalry 31-29. "He remains the greatest rival that I ever had. He has i......

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