Korda receives signed shirt from childhood idol Nadal after defeat at Roland Garros
ATPMonday, 05 October 2020 at 15:22
Sebastian Korda claimed over $200,000 from his run to the Last 16 at Roland Garros but he was more pleased from receiving a signed shirt from Rafael Nadal, his opponent after their tie.
Korda, the son of former Australian Open champion Petr Korda, lost out 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 to the 12-time champion and he said that it was the 'best moment' of his life so far.
"It was definitely the best moment of my life, super awesome," said the 20-year-old.
"After the match I asked him for a signed shirt when we were tapping rackets. I don't know if anyone's ever asked him for an autograph after a match, but that was definitely the coolest moment of my life and one I'll never forget for sure.
"Rafa was unbelievable. He said no problem. So I have one in my bag right now. So I'm super stoked."
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