Regarding Rafael Nadal’s retirement, Holger Rune said the Spaniard “shouldn’t retire.” During the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, the Danish player was working out with the 22-time Grand Slam champion and said that Nadal is still competitive.
At his final official tournament, the Davis Cup Final in Malaga next month, Rafael Nadal is getting ready to retire. Even though it was an exhibition event, the Spaniard’s recent appearance at the Six Kings Slam was his first since declaring his retirement.
Although they did not play against one another in Riyadh, Rune and Nadal did work out together prior to the show. Rune recently spoke at the Paris Masters on how he was surprised by Rafael Nadal’s retirement after witnessing the Spaniard’s skill level and how playing with both Djokovic and Nadal inspired him.
Do I just concentrate on myself, or do other players inspire me? “A little bit of both,” said Rune. “I always try to be a beast, whether it’s in training, preparation, or a match—I always want to push myself,” the speaker said. “I think inspiration is important.”
Players like Rafa Nadal and Djokovic serve as motivation. Rafa is practically retired, yet he trains so hard that you think, ‘You shouldn’t retire,'” the Dane recalled. “I remember exercising with Rafa in Riyadh, and it’s surprising.” “He has accomplished a great deal and had an amazing career. Rafa and Novak both give their all throughout every training session, which is understandable.
Rune said that even though he lost to Carlos Alcaraz early in the Six Kings Slam, he still had fun. Rune remarked, “It was an interesting experience.” “It was fantastic to compete in such a small event; it was a lot of fun.”
Even though I only played one game against Carlos, we grew closer since I was able to spend time off the court and train with the guys all week. We engaged in a variety of enjoyable things together.