- Spaniard grateful to ‘inspirational’ American
- Nadal back for Western & Southern Open
Rafael Nadal has expressed his gratitude towards Serena Williams for the inspiration and influence the American has provided throughout her years within her sport.
“Plenty of memories,” Nadal said, smiling, before Williams’s imminent retirement from tennis. “She is one of the greatest sports [people] of all time. I feel lucky to share a tour for a long period of time with her.