The legendary tennis player, Rafael Nadal was awarded the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award after the Spaniard’s successful tennis season. Following his achievement, many famous personalities applauded and congratulate him. Lionel Messi also congratulate him on the achievement.
Rafael Nadal won the prestigious award for the second time in his illustrious career. The 20-time Grand Slam champion last claimed the prestigious award in 2011 and was a nominee in 2009, 2014, 2018 and 2020. The other nominees this year were :
- Joshua Cheptegei
- Armand Duplantis
- Lewis Hamilton
- LeBron James
- Robert Lewandowski
The message of Lionel Messi reserves a special place in the messages of congratulations because 20-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal is a die hard Real Madrid supporter. Nadal has often been seen with president Florentino Perez and the players. Although he believes that the Argentine is one of the best players in history. Nadal has previously mentioned that he would love to bring the six-time Ballon d’Or winner over to Real Madrid.
💬 “Hi Rafa. I would like to say that you’re an example to everyone – your hard work, your perseverance and for being at the highest level for so many years”@FCBarcelona‘s Lionel Messi congratulates #Laureus21 World Sportsman of the Year Award winner, @RafaelNadal 💪 pic.twitter.com/UmKOxtBvc6
— Laureus (@LaureusSport) May 6, 2021
“Hi Rafa. I just wanted to congratulate you on this award which is obviously more than deserved,” Lionel Messi said. “I would also like to say that you are an example to everyone because of your hard work, your perseverance and for being at the highest level for so many years. And I wanted to send you warm regards.”
