The âBig 4â were reunited once more to bid a proper farewell to Rafael Nadal. When Rafa retired at the Malaga Davis Cup in 2024, Djokovic and Murray had intended to attend his farewell but were unable to make it, and the same applies to Federer.
These four players last joined forces at the 2022 Laver Cup, which marked Federerâs final tournament. The trio chose to be at the event to pay tribute to his remarkable journey and celebrate their friendship.
In the changing room, Nadal was surrounded by his son and the members of the âBig 4â. Rafa Jr. was seen playing with all of them, shaking hands and giving high-fives all around.
The reunion of these tennis icons evoked nostalgia among fans worldwide. Additionally, the endearing moments with Rafa Jr. and the tennis players melted viewers’ hearts.
This was the fitting farewell that the legend of the sport deserved, a farewell he did not receive in Malaga.