Roger Federer says he will “miss” seeing Rafael Nadal play at the French Open and that his record there is “one of the most incredible in the history of all sports”.
Nadal, 36, has not recovered from injury in time to defend his title in Paris. Ad He is a 14-time champion at the Grand Slam and since making his first appearance there in 2005 has a remarkable 112-3 win-loss record.
Roland-GarrosWhat happened the last time Nadal missed the French Open?10 HOURS AGO He played Federer at the French Open six times and won on every occasion, including in four finals.
In a Twitter Q&A, Federer was asked about Nadal not playing in Paris this year. “Yes I will miss seeing him play,” said the 20-time Grand Slam winner. “French Open + Rafael Nadal = one of the most incredible records in history of all sports.” Federer won the French Open just once in 2009, beating Robin Soderling in the final.