'I’ve never seen anyone like him' - John McEnroe hails 'unbelievable' Rafael Nadal ahead of US Open
John McEnroe has said he has «never seen anyone like» Rafael Nadal as he paid tribute to the 22-time Grand Slam champion ahead of the US Open. The tennis legend paid tribute to the Spaniard's battling qualities and status as a role model for young players with one major remaining in what has been a remarkable comeback season for the 36-year-old. Ad/> Nadal, who won the Australian Open and French Open earlier in the year to add to his astonishing tally of Grand Slam singles titles, had to withdraw ahead of his Wimbledon semi-final with Nick Kyrgios after suffering one injury too many.