A delighted Rafael Nadal speaks to the press following his victory over Daniil Medvedev in the final of the Australian Open 2022.
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How can you not love this guy? As McEnroe said, you'll never see a classier, more humble legend in any sport.
Roger Federer comes to mind
watch his interview on doping lol giving off big Mo farah vibes; just back from 6 month injury too and playing at that level
@@adamlee3333 Rafa is one of the most tested athletes on the planet, and literally nobody is suggesting he's doping. Is your life so empty that you need attention? Otherwise why post such garbage?
@@broncoguy4862 Number of tests is meaningless, Lance Armstrong never failed a test. Btw he's been swatting off doping questions his whole career and was named in a leaked TUE document by 'fancy bears' (or something like that). In tennis you can take named substances of you are injured, Rafa is just back from 6 month foot injury, he seemed to be moving very well to me... I don't want attention lol, I just saw some interviews of him and he seems very suspicious line Mo Farah. Also he's been associated with a Spanish doping doctor in the past, as has Ferrer (David).
@@adamlee3333 You are a disgusting human being. An absolute piece of shit. I feel sorry for your parents and for the unfortunate people who have to be around you. If you dont know what you are talking about, before pointing finger's at someone, think. I hope nobody ever comment on you what you are commenting on him. Nadal has no connection whatsoever with Dr Fuentes (you dont even know his name). Further, he was extremely critical of those practices and is in his academy too. But then again, its easy to talk rubbish. Shame on you.
I am a Federer fan but I swear my heart filled up with so much happiness as I witnessed Rafa fight and earn his 21st grand slam. It was such a great match, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that I learnt a thing of two from that match too.
This match cemented Rafa as my GOAT. Nobody is coming back from 2 sets down, down 2-3(0-40) and win the match in 5 sets, against arguably the best hardcourt player right now. This match is like real life Rocky movie lol.. one of the greatest fighter of all time in sports history - Rafa !!! Inspirational stuff right there !!
Yes, except Rocky loses at the final fight (in the first movie) but good example nonetheless!
U forget that rafa didn't play well 1st 2sets
lmao Goat? hahahahah the GOAT novak was allowed to play
Rafael Nadal is the only one who has a golden double career grand slam.
'Don't ever underestimate the heart of the champion !'. Greatest comeback in tennis history. Congratulations champion Rafael Nadal.
lol except the goat Novak wasn't allowed to play, asterisk GS win
I gave up on RAFA after he lost the second set early this morning. I didn’t think that he can win 3 straight sets knowing about injury he had. I was so surprised to wake up and find out that he won. I am glad i was able to watch the replay of the game and saw how amazing he played the last 3 sets. He has the spirit of a true champion! Congratulations is not enough to recognize what he achieved today. I am forever a fan. Vamos RAFA!
I gave up after staying up to 3am seeing him down on the third set. Fell asleep disappointed. Never knowing woke up to this unbelievable replay. I turned my phone off until watched the rest of the sets. Just WOW! So much inspiration from this match! When we are at the low, when everyone is giving up on us, when everything seems to our disadvantage…just look at Rafa! one more push and miracles can happen.
I was roaring for him to come back. I wanted him to win but knew medvedev had the upper hand. After the 4th set when Rafa won his 5th game, that’s when I starting thinking he could turn it around as he had the momentum. But it was very up and down the whole match!
Fe Maliwat.How could you stop watching at 2 sets to 0 when its Rafa playing ?? If you feel the way you described his win i just cannot understand how you threw the towel in yet of course he didnt as he is Rafa ? You obviously saw/knew that he had won when you got up so you absolutely missed the best part..his comeback.If you love or like a sport,a team or a player never give up on who you are supporting before the match has finished.! I hope you have learnt your lesson !! Vamos Rafa !! Hala Madrid !! Viva Espana !!
@@serenawu6139 Hope you learnt your lesson...It aint over until the fat lady sings !! and even more so if Rafa is playing !! He didnt give up and he was playing...if you are a true supporter or love a sport you cant give in while a team or player are still giving it their all !! I can understand in eg Aussie Rules..3.12 to 21.6 and 5 minutes to go I would of stopped watching quite a while earlier but not in tennis or football...anything can happen in a matter of minutes and as shown last night it happens !! Vamos Rafa !! Hala Madrid y Viva Espana !!
Me too. I could tell that he tried everything in the second set and still lost in the tie break. I never thought he would be able to turn it around. The win predictor put Medvedev on 88% at that point!
Mentality and drive to win is everything. At this point it's ingrained in Nadal.
Also drugs are important
I just feel so proud of this guy today. I'm not even talking about the great champion he is, but for the love and passion for the game that he still feels and shows so deeply.
Love and passion are the most important things in the spanish culture
@@Funk-Monks Indeed, if you ever dated a Spanish person.
Yeah, no matter the trophies, he is already a GOAT with his determination, mentality, passion and personality. Nothing ever matches him. What a human.
Love and passion for tennis yes, but he can barely speak different language. Won RG so many times can't speak a lick of French, his English is embarrassment.
@@votdfak it’s not something he needs to become a sports legend and his English got pretty solid btw
You just cannot ever count this man out until the moment he hangs his raquet. To be in crutches 2-3 months ago, and to see him holding the trophy today, is just wild. Insane. There are no words. I am still in disbelief even as we speak, and i think Rafa will need some time as well to sink this in. We have all watched something incredibly special, and we are privileged to witness sporting history.
Humble champ. Great human . Amazing on and off court champion. Love you Rafa. Thank you for winning to us.
What a nice and humble guy. So happy he won, with all the injuries and at that age! 100% respect!
Rafa was right. The tournament is bigger than any one player. Congratulations champion. You are outstanding. He’s very likeable because his feet are clearly on the ground and comes across as a good human being.
At 35 and 241 days old and still won the match with a young lad. I mean what I can say about you champ.
RAFA is a superhuman! I still can't believe how did he do it! GOAT, beyond well deserved!! This will be remembered forever.
After all those heartbreaks for 13 years, final losses, withdrawals due to injuries, this one will remain in the memory as long as the memory lasts. The way it happened, someone up there must have taken great time to write Rafa's script. 2 sets to 0 down, triple break point down versus the best player in the tournament in his prime. ;And then he comes back, climbs a mountain and prevails at the end. All the while bearing unimaginable mental pressure of not only #21 but of the AO demons returning to haunt him. Awe inspiring, stuff from the GOAT!
The answer to the final question sums up Rafa as a person and a tennis player. Love for the game. The smile at the end when he realised he had won. Gold.
If it had to be anyone to break the record, I'm beyond proud and beyond pleased that it's him. Amazing guy in every way, had me on the edge of my seat for almost 6 hours yesterday, we're so lucky we still get to see him playing at this level and I'm glad RG is coming up next
Dedicated fans like you are the reason why I’ve archived so much greatness,I’m not complete without you as my fan; you’re highly appreciated Where are you watching from?❤️
I'm a Roger Federer fan and for many years I have hated Rafael Nadal for depriving Roger in many GS finals. But I have come to appreciate this champion not only for his prowess and fighting spirit on court but his humility off it. Both Rafa and Roger are true role models for the tennis world, and nothing except Father Time will be able to defeat them. Congratulations for a wonderful achievement, Rafa!
Father Time already defeated federer 😂
@@ozzee5094 I won't write Roger off until he finally hangs up his racket. If Rafa can defy all odds, so can he.
@@ChrisLee-vl3lv federer is 40. Nadal is 35. Neither are close too being young but federer is too old.
I’m glad you see it this way. I’ve been able to enjoy what they’ve both accomplished and wish more Fed fans and Rafa fans would take up your attitude. They are generational talents and quality people
@@ozzee5094 sure, the head says one thing and the heart says another.😂 It did cross my mind, while watching the epic 5-setter, that Roger may not be able to take this anymore.🤭
So very proud of you Rafa. You are a true champion.
And with one win all the pain and suffering and sorrow of losing here in 2012 2014 2017 and 2019 has vanished. Biggest and greatest comeback of his career to win #2 ao and #21 overall, as of today Rafa is the goat 🐐. Vamos my friends.
Seeing Rafa with the AO trophy again is a beautiful sight to see. Congrats to a remarkable, never-say-die champion!
Such a good sport considering its 3am and one of the toughest matches ever. What an absolute legend
I've never seen any athlete with the fighting spirit Rafael Nadal possesses! Congratulations!
I really like his acknowledgement of the crowd at 5:00 and how much they had actually helped get him through. Lovely to hear and very apt.
I don't even care about the numbers, I love him for the pure love he has for the game and the will and determination he has to not give up. Just love this guy. He's an incredible human being and that's enough for me to love and respect him as much as I do. He can win 21/23/25 but people will always love him for the gem of a person he is over and above anything else. ♥️
He is truly the greatest human! it sounds cheesy but he is almost like a teacher in life. He shows us what you can be capable of and never give up. Legend doesn't even seem to say enough. How did he come out of this to take the win is unimaginable! This is beyond GOAT level. I don't care if he ends up with more or less trophies. This mentality and attitude and humbleness is already GOAT level.
Nobody but Rafa could've won that match championship at that
I strongly agree with your opinion!
Well said. I totally agree with you. He is such a role model. As a tennis coach, my kids and their parents always ask me who is the best player to follow. I have a bunch of favourite player but I always tell me students the most impressive record in professional tennis is that Nadal has played three decades of high level tennis without once breaking a single racket. That is beyond any other record - it shows his character has never faultered - not even once..... The second most impressive record is Safin breaking 1500+ Head rackets 🤣
@@hanoifilms503 I second that, I have been his greatest fan!! Absolutely! Rafa is the tennis legend!!
Well said Vero TT ! Rafa deserved it!!
Rafa, you're everything what tennis is all about.
rafa he is a player that carries the blood of a champion..
The world needs heroes. Especially in these gloomy times. And we just got one in Rafa 🙏
We already had one in rafa
And morrison
Yes RAFA is truly a hero without a cape. He shows that impossible is possible! Superhuman!
DOPING
@@mossberg314 Get out of your mums basement bruh :)
Against all odds: 1) coming back from a career near ending injury(müller weiss syndrome) with almost 6 months off court 2) playing against a hard court specialist that Medvedev is 3) being 2 sets down, win predictor as low as 4% starting the 3rd (most recent time he came back from 0-2 was back in 2007) 4) 6th AO final, and only win was back in 2009 so 4/5 of the finals he blew until then 5) 13 years apart from his only GS win at AO
I love you Rafa!! What a humble human being!!
The harder the achievement, the greater the reward. This one is definitely the sweetest bc not only has he only won once at AO, but all he had gone through to get back to contention form and to win it all. It's truly amazing feat for Nadal. Congrats, Rafa.
Congrats Rafa. You left me speechless. That come back was never witnessed by human kind
He is humble. He keeps on fighting till the end, always respects his opponents, appreciates those involved in his achievement. He is Rafa, tough and strong, but soft hearted. Congratulation for your 21st GS.
This made me extremely happy at a really tough time. No one deserves it more. He’s had to overcome so much.
Many Congratulations to Nadal. With the qualities he brings in to this match. Truly deserved this win. Finally, 21st GS!!!! "Rafael Nadal" I sincerely Congrats him, with amount of admirations. What a match! What a win!
This match taught us many things,...greatest & real example of never ever give up in any situation 🔥🔥🔥
So right. I gave up after 2nd set
I gave up too after 2 sets and went to sleep. :)
@@pjyothi6533 😀👍🏻
@@truthseeker7081 😀👍🏻
There is so much to learn from people like Rafa. True inspiration.
love rafa so muchhh!! he's the reason I'm watching tennis.. the goat 🐐🐐🐐
I know you can’t describe your emotional win. Likewise your fans can’t comprehend how emotional we are that’s you took the trophy back into your deserving hands.
He looks amazing on court, but after every match when he cleans up and he changes his clothes, he becomes so natural, shiny and fresh. He literally emanates such a positive energy and after all the heartbreaks here, he really deserves his 2nd trophy. This is the best start of the season in the last 13 years, in such unexpected moments. 😍 #GOAT
Well-deserved, RAFA! Congratulations 🍾🎉
Congratulations Rafael Nadal on winning the Australian Open and winning your 21st Grand Slam! You are definitely the Greatest Tennis player of all time.
Sports is unpredictable. All you have to do is to fight till the end. What a line by Rafael Nadal and the testimony to this is reflected in the match.
So proud of you Rafa! Thanks for never let your fans down! This AO is more than what I could dreamed for you!
Being humble in life is one of the most important things if not the most important thing - being humble is being truthful. Respect
Congratulations, Rafa. You deserved to be the champion after went through the injury. Your positive chatacter is the key to sustain your performance and stability to achieve your goals. You are a real legend! #21_titles
Once a legend, always a legend. The great Nadal.
Rafa is like Goku!! He was created to do the unbelievable.
Rafa is so humble, and because of that he didn't have to carry the pressure to win like others. If he takes a good break and returns in March for the clay season, where he is so good at. Who knows what will happen.
What a humble champion,well deserved 👏
ผมเป็นคนไทยคนหนึ่ง ที่เชียร์คุณนะครับ ขอให้คุณประสบความสำเร็จมากๆยิ่งๆขึ้นไปนะครับ คว้าแชมป์ให้ได้มากๆ ขอให้สุขภาพแข็งแรงครับ จะเป็นกำลังใจให้ตลอดไปครับ
To all the oddsmakers and prognosticators who did not give him a chance NEVER count Rafa out.
They have been forecasting his decay for years. They are lucky it did not cost them any money or they would have been bankrupt a few times already.
Im glad Rafa won the title...vamos Rafa
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Rafa was so impressing! Such a fighter, he deserved it so much. he is such a great player! was so exciting to watch! one of the best finals i have seen. thanks for that!
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Thank you for being such an inspiration Rafa. So much to learn from you and your attitude.
Rafa.....what a comeback!!!! I named my doggie Rafa and he passed away unexpectedly last year....This was a great win for the real Rafa and mine....Thank you for an amazing play and a comeback!!!! My favorite player of all time!!!! ❤️
A great comeback Rafa, its an amazing play! So proud of you and Vamos!
Dedicated fans like you are the reason why I’ve archived so much greatness,I’m not complete without you as my fan; you’re highly appreciated Where are you watching from?❤️
incredible comeback! great performance by both players, very inspirational.
Surprised he won another Australian open a true legend we are witnessing this was huge.
Its uber madness that Rafa just made his biggest comeback at fraking 35 years old after months injured. This guy psyche is truly unmatched
He’ll have the love of the crowd in the future. Well said Nadal!
Un orgullo para España y un ejemplo para el mundo. Rafa Nadal un ejemplo maravilloso de talento, humanidad y espiritu the lucha.
Let's hear it for his parents, family and friends. They have done such a great job
Dedicated fans like you are the reason why I’ve archived so much greatness,I’m not complete without you as my fan; you’re highly appreciated Where are you watching from?❤️
A true champion and so inspiring. Respect Rafa!
Dedicated fans like you are the reason why I’ve archived so much greatness,I’m not complete without you as my fan; you’re highly appreciated Where are you watching from?❤️
You are Genius , SuperHuman and Inspiration to Billions of People around the world not only to just Tennis or Sports but also any field.
Journalist: What do you think now you are on top of the grand slam champions? Rafa: In the end I don´t wanna be looking at what my neighbour has. If he has a better car or a better celphone. I just give it all so that I can achieve my best. This is the wisest champion i´ve ever seen
congratulations....it's a wonderful match. nice to see you win again.
Rafael Nadal is the reason why I am a fan of a Spanish athlete right now.
Congratulations rafa,best is yet to come Vamos RAFA
I never lose faith in Rafa even though he is two sets down, I knew he has the ability to do magic!
Has to go down as the greatest match in his career without doubt. Sorry Rog, Nadal is KING 👑
Nole is GOD.
How is he KING? On clay yes, outside clay not really. Just going to leave this here... > Owns ATP Rankings records for most weeks at No. 1 (356) and most years ended at No. 1 (7). > Twenty-time Grand Slam champion is 1 of 3 men to hold titles at all 4 Grand Slam events at same time (also Budge, Laver) and 1 of 4 men to win all 4 Grand Slam events more than once (also Nadal, Emerson, Laver). > Captured 5 Nitto ATP Finals titles overall and is only player to win 4 in a row (2008, 2012-15). > Only player to win all 9 ATP Masters 1000 events, doing so multiple times for a record total of 37 titles. > Boasts winning records against Federer (27-23) and Nadal (30-28), as well as win streaks of 43 matches overall (2010-11), record 31 matches at ATP Masters 1000s (2011) and Open Era-record 30 matches at Grand Slams (2015-16). Guess who?
@@votdfak That doesn’t mean anything really, sure, he’s a good player but what kind of person is he really?
I'm Very happy for Rafa champions👏👏👏👏
35 and still we are not done with this guy for giving us a gem of a game for us to remember. Congratulations on making it 21 GS. LEGENDARY STATUS ACHIEVED 🙌 👏.
What bro....he was already a legend and ever will be even if he didn't win this one.
@@mahinmohammed8866 just implying that he has surpassed the GOAT status.
@@jillpatel474 Not even close... just going to leave this here: > Owns ATP Rankings records for most weeks at No. 1 (356) and most years ended at No. 1 (7). > Twenty-time Grand Slam champion is 1 of 3 men to hold titles at all 4 Grand Slam events at same time (also Budge, Laver) and 1 of 4 men to win all 4 Grand Slam events more than once (also Nadal, Emerson, Laver). > Captured 5 Nitto ATP Finals titles overall and is only player to win 4 in a row (2008, 2012-15). > Only player to win all 9 ATP Masters 1000 events, doing so multiple times for a record total of 37 titles. > Boasts winning records against Federer (27-23) and Nadal (30-28), as well as win streaks of 43 matches overall (2010-11), record 31 matches at ATP Masters 1000s (2011) and Open Era-record 30 matches at Grand Slams (2015-16). Guess who?
@@votdfak Novak fans only cares about his status not The person. U dont like the sport. Fake fan.
@@JerkAnother cmon, be serious.
I am proud of you Rafa. God has decided to crown 👑 you. You are so humble, respectful and kind. God doesn't make mistakes he knows you are the right person to break the record that is why he made everything to work in your favour. Congratulations you deserved it 👏 ❤
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🇮🇳 Salute to the legend 🙏 Such an inspiration 🙏👌
If you look at the stats, Medvedev was dominating in every category, like aces, first serves won, etc. Rafa was able to win the key points. He is an amazing clutch player
Favorite athlete of all time 🤝
Gracias Rafa! Tu increible fortaleza es un ejemplo para todos nosotros.
Super Proud to being fan of you Rafa
What a Legend Such A Great Ambassador For Not Only Tennis. But The World. Inspires a lot of people When times are tough. To Never Give up Well Done Rafa On Achieving 21 Grand Slam Titles
The best!!!!, from cuba , we love you style, your humble and Rol model sportsman !!!!
Congratulations Rafa! You're the BEST!!! Viva España!!!
For those tennis players that came up during the Nadal, Djokovic and Federer era...I feel for you.
"I struggle. I fight." - Rafa Nadal
Love you Rafa
The player who plays primarily for the love of the sport is usually the one that achieves the greatest success. Don't play for yourself, don't play for the money, don't play for your people, your family, your team, your country. This is what Laver did, what Borg did, what Sampras did. This is what Rafa does. Just play for the love of the sport.
Congratulations Rafael Nadal
My champ..The GOAT..Vamoss Rafa..❤️
What a competitor!
love this guy. like joccavich, like Federer. they are all great. but love Rafa.
"Nobody deserves anything, everyone is trying, training, doing and I am here"
Congrats, champion!
No more gracious champions. Such a loveable person!
He's a class act.
Rafa, the love of the game, family, coaches etc..kept him fighting to his 21st.. such a humble man..
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Nadal, a true champion on the court and a wonderful person, always so kind, modest and polite. Respect !
35 is The New #21. 👑
Rafa is the greatest tennis champion ever !
Well said so humble Happy 21st first to 21 brilliant and unbelievable who would of thought that Rafa would win this Australian Open his 2nd one got to be one of his best for so many reasons even 13years after the last one got to be some sort of Record.His spirit one of the toughest Tennis Players in the history of the game to pull it off being down 2sets to none,love 40 in 3rd Set bein 2-3 down on that is crazy.The injuries and what he's been thru the last few months is insane quite lucky but he's had his fair share ups and downs.The Crowd backing him big time helps for the fans of the World this guy a legend and one of the Greats he could go out on a high even at 35 beating a guy 10years younger getting close Rafa always has the same emotions on and off the Court
The greatest of the 3 who’s to say. All 3 so different yet such a slim margin among them. It’ll always be Nadal for me even if he’s 3rd because of the grit. Growing up watching Connors thinking we’ll never see anything like that again. No knock or shame for Jimmy but Rafa has brought it like no other. Every time he wins it’s David slaying Goliath
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