I am a grown adult and I cried like a baby when Rafa won the final point. No words to describe how much Rafa means to me, how much of a role model he has been to me, and how happy I am today. VAMOS Rafa!

Heart of a lion, never say die on court. Ever gracious and humble in victory. There has never been a finer role model for a tennis professional than Rafa!

The first time I watched tennis was a match of Nadal's against Federer. The commentators were so biased, constantly praising Federer but to me, Nadal's quiet strength on court and his aloofness towards everything apart from the game made him seem so relatable. It was like he was in a dragon's den where even the majority of the audience was almost questioning how he could even attempt to think that he could better Federer. That was 2009. I've followed Rafa since that day. Not once have I felt disappointed in how he's approached every match. His determination is unreal and his humility is unbelievable. I have cried when he's won And had a horrible feeling in my stomach when he's lost. But I've always asked myself, how must Rafa be feeling now? Today when he was 2 sets down and even looked incredibly down cast like he knew he'd lost already, I felt how can anyone try to pick up from here? But there is only one person who can show you that no matter how deep the damage, you can not just bounce back but you can triumph. What a career. What an achievement. There is no one like Rafa.

I’m a 40 year old American man who literally cried like a baby after the fifth set ended, and I’m not even remotely embarrassed. Vamos!

Dear Rafa, Thankyou for being YOU. You’re not just a legendary tennis player, but it’s your character, humility and spirit that continues to capture millions of hearts! Onwards and upwards VAMOS

This man is insane... how on earth did he pull that one off? No doubt the greatest moment in his career. Shades of Federer back in 2017 at the same grand slam venue.

Rafa on his success at AO even after the tough times: “Love for the game, passion, positive attitude, working spirit and the right people next to me helping every single day”.

Rafa plays every point like it’s his last. That’s what I love about him. He never gives up. He will run that ball down again and again. He’s still playing like the time I saw him play. I’m was so happy he won. He deserves it all and hope to see him keep winning👍🏽👍🏽🥰

(Older quote) "You need to be ready to suffer, to enjoy the suffering, and to be able to change the situation." - Rafael Nadal

Since 2005 I have been supporting him, I'm sure other have too, this feeling is indescribable because he has always been chasing for the most slams and finally has got there! Vamos Rafa!

that was a beautiful interview, so humble and so positive all the time. He clearly deserved it and so happy for him. What a legend.

I cried and was on my knees. He’s truly inspirational. Fight till the end! Vamos Rafa. More slams to win. Vamos!!!

35 years and only now he claimed the best comeback or match of his career. Never give up. Never ever! Big champion! Huge effort. Unbelievable

Watching rafa for so many years, from those early years where he struggled to win a title outside of the french open, to finally crawling out if roger's shadow. It's been a great ride following rafa, he's such a fiery competitor who speaks with respect and someone you hardly see throw tantrums on court. Such an amazing champion and role model. Vamos rafa! On to the next!

What keeps me glued to the match last night, was because I was reminded by what Rafa said during the interview when he won his first match in AO, he did not aim for 21st GS, but instead he was enjoying tennis and grateful to be given the chance to even participate in the tournament after all the hardships he went, the surgery and catching Covid back in December. At that moment, I did not root for him to break the historical record, but instead I root for him to be able to play another set, and another one. Even though he lost the second set, I only hope he can play another set, and another one after, and indeed that's what he did, he played 5 sets total, and even won the match. His determination, humility, and willpower to persevere through the entire match is truly admirable. Vamos Rafa!

I was sobbing and shaking that last set! What a come back! What an accomplishment! 21 Grand slams is unreal!! What this man has given us in sport and in life, is unmatched!

"It was a day to give everything!!!"..Sums of this Truly Amazing Champion 👏👏👏

Example of sportsmanship in and off the court. What a legend, after a tough period of recovery from that serious injury and coming back is such a formidable relentless stamina and mental strength. Congrats Nadal you deserve all the best in life

Love Nadal! He's a class act. I've never seen him lose his composer, or talk ill of anyone on tour! He's got a discipline beyond his years! Congratulations Rafa, you deserve this win! 👏🏾

You cannot just blame the crowd for cheering on him. He is one of the most loved athlete. Even a casual tennis viewer will adore Nadal on the spot. A great fighter, someone who will show you not to give up, and many more.

Never broke a racket in anger. That's part of being the best.

I was 11 when I first saw Nadal winning Roland Garros. Today I am 27 and I've seen Rafael winning his 21 Grand Slam. I've grown with him. Thank you for making me feel as part of your achievement. We are so proud of you. Vamos Rafa! 🇪🇸

As a Roger fan, this was still emotional to me. It kind of give me 2017 Roger vibes. You could feel how much Rafa wanted that. Very well fought, and deserving.

Just incredible... I always knew Rafa gets the impossible done. His fighting spirit is a constant. However ... Today's comeback was IMPOSSIBLE.... OUTTA THIS WORLD. How on earth Rafa? HOW? Love you Rafa!!

This man is unreal…truly inspirational….but lately his matches are becoming quite heavy for my heart….🤪

This guy is ridiculous. Nadal is the epitome of the fighting spirit. We all need to fight like him in this world and achieve greatness

How wonderful to see a lovely, humble man achieve 21 grand slams. Well done Rafa.

I can't put into words how happy I am for Rafa. It is just deserving & fitting. Vamos Rafa!!!

Today is one of the happiest day in my life.Since he won his first french open I have been waiting for this moment.Thank God.

What an absolute legend, when he says he kept believing till end!! I am inspired

I was like a cat about to give birth - the most restless I had ever been for a Rafa match. I still had the belief even at 2 sets and break points down and Rafa, you didn’t disappoint.

He had many great victories, but this one is something of its own. The one that made him N1 in GS record The one in the tournament he struggled the most The one of a 35 yo man who thought he was done for tennis but crawled back to the top Rafael Nadal is eternal !

2:41 This is why I love him as a one of the greatest. This is why we love him really. Humble, very very humble, and a genuinely good natured and kind person. We love you Rafa!

Over the last few days I’ve seen people who have described Kyrgios as legendary! How offensive is that when you see a player like Rafa! 21 Slams this guy has now won. Rafa has all the humility in the world to go with it!! Rafa is totally LEGENDARY!!

So happy for Rafa and all he’s achieved today! He has the fighting spirit of a champion and earned this comeback 100%. Much love from a die-hard Djokovic fan!

Almost 36,recently recovered from COVID,just a month ago,and had surgery prior to that,wasn't sure if he would be playing again at the highest standards.Down 2 sets to 0,and 3 break points in the 3rd set in the final of a Grand Slam ,and that too against a spirited Daniil Medvedev ,arguably the best hard Court player for the last 6 months,and that too the Grand Slam where he has suffered some heartbreaking losses in the finals here against Djokovic,Federer and Stan.All the odds were against him,he was almost down and out and buried.From there this Legend found out a way to up the anti,to turn back the clock,to revive those glory days.And finally.Finally,after roughly 5 hrs and 30 mins of grueling battle he becomes the first player(male) ever to win 21 Grand Slams!🏆❤Heartiest Congratulations Rafa Nadal !!You are simply a Gladiator,a Legend,a G.O.A.T.I am absolutely pouring with joy and ecstacy,and almost in tears for this monumental achievement,and more importantly for what it took you to achieve it.❤️❤️❤️❤️There won't be another fighter like you. And for the record,this is coming from a die hard Roger Federer fan.Never did I think that I'll say whatever I did now.Vamossss Rafa!!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯💯❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

You said Rafaaaaa it. It was the day to you give your all and you have. This match was a torture for us fans. I turned my T.V off several times. So happy you won this championship 🙌 💙 ❤ 👏 I hope you will win French open 2022 and many more.

So humble. So much passion and love for his sport. He is the mentally toughest athlete I have ever witnessed. It is somewhat fitting that he separates the tie with the other 2 greats by beating Medvedev. There have been some great young players the last few years who looked like they were going to challenge the big three but it's been a while that I have realized this guy is going to break through. Daniel is playing every bit as good as Novak . A great match but an even greater Champion.

Congratulations Rafa. You are the best !! I am a Norwegian living in Mallorca since 1976 and followed your tennis since the beginning and I was so happy you won today. Can’t wait to see you teaching your children to play tennis. You have achieved so much !! Amazing !!

I was crying my eyes out when you won.😢 naturally from joy. Thanks for a great match to both players. Hope there will be more to be.🍺❤️🇩🇰 I am sure Medvedes time will come.👍🍺 Congrats to Rafa👍🍺❤️🇩🇰 he is a great and humble sportsman.

Feels amazing to hear him say that there was no pain in his foot tonight throughout the entire 5.5 hr epic.

Inspiration doesn't even begin to describe this man! Truly thank you, Rafa!!!

Unbelievable!!! This man is literally unbelievable!!!!! I don't care who ends up with the most major's, because Rafa has the biggest heart of them All! No arguments on heart!!! And to me that's the biggest compliment one can have! I just don't understand how you did that Rafa?! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Only the bravest have the confidence to open up and talk about the weaknesses and the doubts. Rafa... I'm speachless

He might be or not the best tennis player of all times. But no doubt he is the one that never gave up. He makes his fans suffer with him but in the end brought innumerable moments of joy too. Congratulations!

Thank you Rafa . For the emotions , for the chills , for the passion.

The last answer is epic!, love, passion, positive attitude, work ethic and the best people around! It is the best advice for tennis and for life that I have heard in my life. Rafa como tenista eres un 10, pero todavía eres más grande como persona!

Thank you for an extraordinary game you played and winning your 21st grand slam! Let me congratulate your parents and also your uncle toni for raising you up to be an excellent tennis player! Your humility and perseverance shows how your family support you and instilled in you the moral values which show how you are as a human being. Kudos to you and your family!

When Rafa won the third set, I said, 'if he can win the fourth also, Medvedev would lose'. Medvedev had to put out a lot physically and mentally to storm ahead with a two set lead, but Rafa is, metaphorically speaking, a marathon runner among tennis players. He was energized by the fight, while Medvedev was fighting to hang on.

Vamos Rafa!! What a match, what fighting spirit, what a come back!

Love, love, love Rafa, so humble, what a great guy 💪

After Nadal losing the first two sets and trailing the third, I thought Medvedev was going to win with straight sets. I simply could not believe it when I switched on my TV and saw this interview of Nadal. Congratulations to the great champion!

His humility >>>>>>>

What a wonderful win for Rafa...undeniably one of the best tennis players in the world. Despite a painful foot condition and catching Covid last December he has won by sheer brilliance, ability and determination!!! He is a great role model and champion!!!

Big love and congrats to Rafa , my sister Gill who died nearly 3 years ago was the biggest fan and how she would have loved this amazing triumph. As she would have said " he's my lovely boy" well done Rafa from all your fans in Wales. Xx

Masterclass on Sportsmanship right here, congrats Rafa!

Thanks for this lesson in perseverance. Incredible 🏆

Rafa never makes waves.He's a true Champion. and I hope he also takes the french open.

This interview shows the priceless character of Raphael Nadal, never claiming to be anything of great but humble and compassionate, and that's what makes a sports person exceptional, he fought his heart out and the unexpected occurred that to me is.....GREAT!!! Sometimes those that are considered to be "Greatest" often lack the character of being great......but Rapha without a doubt showed that he deserve to be..."Great"!!!! Cause he has 21 slams and what a battle of heart!! Well done Raha!!!! Bravo!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏.....the great!!! And the...."GREATEST"!!!!! 💪

I am emotional. I remember I was able to attend the semifinals of Wimbledon 2008. My now wife and I went still with the spanish shirts because Spain won that year the Euro (she is a londoner). We came back to the hills for the final and have a small video of the last point, we went crazy. The very same small video at home when he won his first RG. Yesterday, 16 years later, we both live in Sydney and we recorded yet another small video at home on the last point of the match. Rafa, thanks for giving us these moments. We speak about you and I remember (naive me!) I sent you an email in 2006 to see if you needed anything from London before you arrived. You make life a little better. I have never seen an sportsperson I admire more than you. Thanks, enjoy and now its time to relax. We will be your fans even if you retire tomorrow, no more pressure. To us you are the GOAT and you will always be.

What a champion and a role model. Never give up attitude! Greatest of all time, not because of the 21st title but because he is a champion on and off the court!

Rafa gave a master class today in mental toughness, fierce competitiveness and unwavering belief in his talent and ability. In other words, he's in a class all by himself. Well done Rafa, "21" looks good on you. Vamos!!

What i like about Rafa is that he never gives excuses......gracious in defeat and when he wins .....champion

Rafael Nadal will go down in history as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. I think if he could win the French Open this year it would cap an unbelievable career.

It's important to listen to Rafa. Indirectly, it was an advice to Daniil. If he stays passionate, and he keeps dreaming, then he can be in Rafa's shoes and have the crowd on his side one day

What an inspiration! Just fight and keep believing when you think everything is lost just push through the pain. Vamos Rafa !!

What a guy. Truly unique character that generates a lot of different feelings to many of us. Proud for being Spanish like me, inspired for what he has achieved but also somehow ashamed for not giving 120% like he does every day. Again what a guy. Big congratulations and really hope to keep enjoying his victories for a couple of extra years.

It is many decades since I was 21. My eyes filled with tears in the final moment. Rafa provides me with moments of joy in a pandemic world that is so divided, and I am grateful to him. The greatest comeback in the history of tennis! Spanish resilience overcomes Russian insanity! Congratulations to my sporting hero, Rafa. 🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾

He plays EVERY point regardless of the score. A true Great.

A true champion to see how he problem solved through the first 2 sets (while being up 5-3 in the second) and storming back for the last 3 sets---we are so lucky to have you BACK at the top of your game, a great character and giving us this historic tennis moment! Remember he almost lost due to heat stroke at the semi-final, too. Thank you, Rafa!! You deserve it!!!

Amidst all the injuries, yet here you are..... winning your 21st garndslam. Simply amazing.

From Spain with love, I'm just speechless... Your resilience, ethical behavior (out and indoor) no matter what no matter how is just remarkable strengh to keep going. You're so inspiring and a reference. Benjamin Franklin once said "well done is always better than well said" and today you did well. Today I'm even prouder to be spanish; my hands hurt after all day long clapping at you, legend. GRACIAS LEYENDA!!

Rafa motivation - Work so hard that you don't have energy to celebrate your success . Truly a global icon 🙌🙌

Perseverance is the goal! Great game and amazing. Congratulations Rafa! 🙌🏽

I watched his first grand slam French open 2005 against puerta. He is still the same. Never give up attitude. Vamos Rafa. I was living then in Mallorca. It was like a national holiday. El grande.

An absolute superstar on and off the court. An inspiration with such an incredible character. Will never forget that Victory it was amazing to see him fight and was so deserved. Congratulations Rafa 🇪🇸🏆♥️

Pure Champion. Congratulations

Nadal is a true legend , he truly deserves the title as one of the greatest tennis players in history .

This guy is Legendary. Salute to the king👑

Thank u Rafa for the thrills and joys that you gave us, we’re privilege to witness your games!!! More power and God bless you❤️❤️❤️❤️🇦🇺🇵🇭

I have never seen you being so emotional in any of your press conferences. It portrays how difficult it had been both mentally and physically. Keep going.

I knew you ARE a champion from day one of me following you! You are an amazing human,so humble so real ! Thank you it was an absolutely tense and emotional match ❤️ 🇪🇸 God Bless You See you next year ❤️❤️🇪🇸🇪🇸 viva la spania 🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸❤️❤️❤️

What a humble and gifted man.

I've spent more than half of my life watching this man lifting trophies.

The experts told him to retire last year after foot injury and FO loss. He just proved he's the GOAT. Vamos, Rafa! 💪

I am Russian, so I was supposed to be rooting for Medvedev. But when I heard he will be playing against Rafa, I had to root for Nadal. Nadal was always my inspiration when I was playing tennis in my younger years. I am very happy for Nadal. But I do hope Danila will only win this year, he deserves it too

Like only A TRUE CHAMPION can. You are an inspiration Rafa to all players- young & old. Not a single racket was harmed throughout your AO journey. That's true class... !vamos¡

This guy is just the best, his passion, humility, dedication, kindness and respect for others is so amazing

Mate, that was tense viewing. Truly legendary. Pure guts

Nadal's mental strenght is on a whole other level. Phenomenal match. Congrats champ!

It is first time I ever cry for a tennis match. What a Champ, what a man, what a role model Rafa.

Nadal is an absolute beast, one of the greatest sports persons ever! Mental toughness is what all the greats share, aside from the skill, desire, passion and willingness to sacrifice all for victory🤘Congrats Rafa, well earned champ #21🎾🏆

Every time I am watching Rafa play the match, i am thinking how he overcome his doubts and won the match. Vamos Rafa you deserve all the honor and glory of tennis world.

Ah Rafa... you gave me something to remember! Thanks, you Legend!!!

Rafa.. You're truly inspirational.. What a match.. U truly deserve 30 GS before u retire.. Ur really GOAT.. ♥️♥️ Vamos

We love ya, Rafa. I'm 36, he's 35 - his perseverance and drive and sheer talent inspires me on so many levels. I'm starting to think I'm getting "old" and I can't be the same - and of course, we do naturally lose our abilities to different degrees as we get older - but Rafa sets the example of how to keep going.

This was His year ,, this year was the most exciting tennis in Australia tennis for alot of years , it has been the same old boring winners for so long ,, Congratulations 🎊 Raphael, you are a gentleman and a winner 🏆

You are just one of the best sports man! Your spirit inspired so many people in the world!

Thank you for everything Rafa, one of the best day in my life. Supporting you and loving has been a wonderful journey. You have taught me great things in life, to work hard, to be humble, to be be gritty and give your best everytime. You made me fall in love with tennis. Much love from 🇵🇰

I was a kid and he was a teenager when he won his first GS at Roland Garros in 2005...since then I have also lived this dream like many other and it took 16 years and probably 6 months to have seen him scale the ladder and reach the Everest Top...I have cried for the first time,Rafa is like god...