Losing Daniil Medvedev 2 first in the Australian Championship expansion of 2022 but Rafael Nadal won all the remaining 3 sets to win the championship. The title at Australian Open helps Nadal overcome Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic to become the first player to win 21 Grand Slam.
Both Federer and Djokovic immediately sent Nadal congratulations after the Spaniard set up that 'super record'. They did not hesitate to give the best words to the No. 6 seed of the tournament that ended not long ago.
“What a big match! To my friend and my rival, Rafael Nadal. Congratulations on becoming the first player to win 21 Grand Slam. A few months ago, we joked together about the two had to fight crutches. How wonderful. Never underestimate a great champion.
His dedication and spirit of work, battle are the inspiration for me and countless others around the world. I am proud to be with him sharing this era and honored to play the role of promoting you to achieve more achievements as what you guys do for me for more than 18 years.
I am sure that you will gain more achievements in the future but now enjoy this championship“, Roger Federer wrote.
“There have been a number of excellent matches in this year's Australian tournament and special finals. Congratulations to Ashleigh Barty for the great performances before the home audience. Congratulations to Danielle Collins for an incredible tournament.
Congratulations to Rafael Nadal for winning the 21st Grand Slam, great achievement. His fighting spirit is always impressive”, Djokovic shares Twitter.
The 2022 Australian Championship also helped Nadal balance Djokovic's record. The two became rare players who were crowned at least twice at all 4 Grand Slam: Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and US Open.
