Rafael Nadal cracks Roger Federer joke after receiving Sportsmanship Award at ATP Cup

Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award winner Rafael Nadal joked that he would have to play for at least 50 years to match Roger Federer. It is third time that Nadal has won award houring his professionalism, fair play and integrity on and off-court.

Nadal was voted by fellow players on ATP Tour over Federer, Diego Schwartzman and Dominic Thiem. He holds record for winning award 13 times ( last time being in 2017).

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Rafael Nadal wins sportsmanship award at ATP Cup

Rafael Nadal was presented trophy at ATP cup after his win against Yoshihito Nishioka in Perth. During press conference after match, Rafael Nadal was told that he would need to win award ten more times to level-up with Swiss ace Roger Federer. Rafael Nadal replied that he might play until 50 so that he can catch up with current World . 3.

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During award presentation, Rafael Nadal said that award meant a lot to him. He said that he wanted to be remembered as a good person more than a good tennis player. Rafael Nadal said that he has worked hard all his career to keep good self-control, maintain right attitude and respect every opponent he has faced.

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Rafael Nadal also thanked all his colleagues on tour for voting for him. World . 1’s win against Nishioka ensured that his perfect record in group st remained intact. Rafael Nadal said that match was a tough one as y played under harsh conditions. He said that he was happy with his performance. Spain will w head to Sydney to play in quarter-finals on Friday.

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