Nadal, in his emotional speech at his tribute ceremony, thanked his wife, family members, and his uncle for supporting him in his two-decade-long career. The Spaniard thanked his wife Maria, stating that it was beyond their imagination where they would end eventually, twenty years later.
“I’ ve lost a piece of paper I had prepared, but it’s easy to fix. Mary, you’re my best life partner. We couldn’t have imagined in 2005 that we’d be here 20 years later as a family. I hope to make you as happy as you’ve made me.” said Nadal
The 22-time Major champion thanked his uncle, Tony, who had been his coach for a long time. He gave significant credit for his legendary career to his uncle, expressing his deep gratitude.
“Toni, you’re the reason I’m here,” he said. “Training, talking, training, pushing myself to the limit. It hasn’t always been easy, but it’s been worth it. We’re not big on expressing our feelings, but my gratitude for you is endless.” said Nadal
The Spaniard thanked his parents and siblings for helping him learn important values in life and for treating him like a normal family member rather than a celebrity.