"We're lucky to have someone like Rafa" says Andy Roddick, showers praise on humble demeanor on and off court
ATPThursday, 07 March 2024 at 02:30
Former world number one Andy Roddick has heaped praise on
Spain’s legendary tennis star Rafael Nadal. The 37-year-old is often regarded
as one of the greatest player in the history of the men’s singles tennis in the
Open era, having won as many as 22 Grand Slam titles.
Roddick, who won the US Open in 2003 after beating Spain’s Juan
Carlos Ferrero in the final with a score of 6–3, 7–6(7–2), 6–3, was recently quoted
in a report where he heaped praise on Nadal and believes that the tennis world is
lucky to have someone like the Spaniard.
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"We are lucky to have someone like Rafa in tennis for
as long as we have,” said the 41-year-old “Every single person he comes across,
it's like he doesn't have an off day with people, right?”
"Shaking hands of every single person, there's no
chance he can feel like doing that crap every day. There's just no chance. True
gentleman, I like that and it felt like a celebration of him in like a thank
you for what you have given us over the years.”
Nadal, who recently returned to the court after a gap of
nearly one year, will now take part in the Indian Wells where he will face
Canada’s Milos Raonic in the round of 32 clash on Thursday.
Azeem Siddiqui is a seasoned sports journalist and data analyst with a strong background in both digital media and live sports production.
He began his journalism career working with partners of The New York Times and has since contributed to several leading international sports publications, including Fox Sports Asia, Calciomercato, and GiveMeSport. Since 2023, Azeem has been part of the TennisUpToDate team, where he has played a key role in sustaining the platform’s growth and ensuring tennis fans receive timely and reliable coverage of the sport’s biggest stories.
In addition to his editorial work, Azeem has extensive experience as a data analyst in live sports broadcasting—particularly in cricket—where he combines analytical precision with creative storytelling. He has collaborated with multiple production companies and cricket boards worldwide, delivering real-time insights and data-driven narratives during live match coverage.
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