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Former tennis player Olkhovsky: Nadal is one of the greatest tennis players
The famous former Russian tennis player, two-time winner of the Grand Slam tournament in mixed doubles and former sixth racket of the world in doubles, in his commentary to Gazeta.Ru called the retired Spaniard Rafael Nadal the greatest tennis player of all time.
"Every time a great champion retires, we lose a piece of history. The battle between the Big Three is over. If Nadal retires, you won't be able to watch this match anymore. This is a moment in history, and Nadal left a clear mark. He is one of the best tennis players. But then everyone left, and it was still predictable. Nadal's physical condition hasn't allowed him to play at a decent level lately. "I think that's why I announced my retirement," Olkhovsky emphasized.
Nadal, 38, a former world No. 1, has won 22 Grand Slam singles titles in his career, making him one of the most decorated tennis players in history. He holds a record 14 Roland Garros titles.