In a recent interview with EFE, Paula Badosa shared a heart-warming praise for Rafael Nadal, explaining how her legendary countryman was a source of inspiration for her. The 26-year-old explained how Rafa was close to her in difficult moments caused by injuries. Paula, who withdrew from the WTA 1000 in Wuhan and the Tokyo tournament, will be among the protagonists of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals, which will be held in Malaga from 13 to 20 November. The same city that will also host the last highly anticipated event of Nadal’s career.
“I was moved when Rafa announced his retirement. In the end, you also go back to childhood, to the beginnings. I will never forget my beginnings, the inspiration and watching all the matches, all the finals with Rafa in the great comebacks. I think he was an incredibly good player in the legend, but he was also a player who could move people, and that’s what made him more special. Just doing what he did, it was emotional, and that will be missed a lot on the tour. She has always been an idol for me. She has always been a person who helped me a lot, even with my injury she gave me advice. Obviously I thought about communicating with him, but I want to give him time because I know that for him right now it’s a very intense moment and I don’t…
