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Tennis legends have reacted on Rafa Nadal’s victory at US Open 2019.

Spaniard won his 19th Grand Slam title after beating 5th seed Daniil Medvedev from Russia, 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4.

After this victory, 33-year-old Nadal moves closer to Roger Federer in terms of Grand Slam titles (19 v 20).

Billie Jean King: “One for the ages! Absolutely incredible #USOpen Men’s Singles Final with the indomitable @RafaelNadal winning his fourth US Open title. Congratulations, Rafa!”

One for the ages! Absolutely incredible #USOpen Men’s Singles Final with the indomitable @RafaelNadal winning his fourth US Open title. Congratulations, Rafa! #USOpenFinals — Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) September 9, 2019

Rod Laver: “Congratulations @RafaelNadal, a gutsy victory to claim your 19th Major, 4th @usopen crown and 2nd Slam title this year after the French. Stand tall friend, you are closing in, it was a privilege to present this trophy to you tonight.”

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