Rivals Rafa and Novak Fly Into Each Other

By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Friday, February 23, 2024

They share probably the most prolific rivalry in ATP historical past.

Iconic rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic run into one another even once they’re sky excessive.

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Grand Slam king Djokovic, who has been coaching in Spain, shared this shot of operating into king of clay Nadal on the flight from Spain to Los Angeles the place each males plan to play Indian Wells subsequent month.

Nice firm on the way in which to USA 🇺🇸 😎💪🎾 @RafaelNadal #idemooo #vamos @atptour #TennisParadise pic.twitter.com/UDB13mp4Ux

— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) February 23, 2024

“Nice firm on the way in which to USA,” Djokovic wrote in a social media publish alongside a mid-flight picture of the superstars tatting Tennis Paradise, the ATP Tour and Vamos nation.

The 22-time Grand Slam champion Nadal lately shared his emotions on the “actual” Novak saying whereas they aren’t shut buddies they share a mutual respect.

Nadal additionally stated numbers do not lie: Djokovic is the one true GOAT. The 14-time Roland Garros champion stated Djokovic is extra personable and hotter than the extraordinary picture the Serbian celebrity typically initiatives on court docket.

It appears to be like like they’d a very good flight collectively.

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