Video - "Don't leave tennis": Djokovic's emotional words to Nadal after their final 2024 duel

In Riyadh, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal faced off one final time at the Six Kings Slam. At the end of the match, the Serbian delivered a deeply emotional message to his eternal rival, who was soon to retire from the tour. A powerful moment symbolizing the end of an era.

Last year, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal played their final duel at the Six Kings Slam, an exhibition event held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Djokovic comfortably came out on top (6-2, 7-6) against Nadal, who was in his final weeks as a professional player. A few days earlier, the King of Clay had announced he would retire during the final phase of the Davis Cup.

After the match, the Serbian had some heartfelt words for Nadal: "You've left an indelible mark on our sport. Don't leave tennis, stay a little longer..."