Rafael Nadal

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic congratulated their long-time rival Rafa Nadal after the Spaniard clinched a record all three players have been chasing - a 21st Grand Slam title - with his Australian Open triumph on Sunday. 

Rafael Nadal said winning the Australian Open title on Sunday was one of the most emotional moments of his career as the Spaniard sealed a men’s record 21st Grand Slam title by defeating Russian Daniil Medvedev in the final.

Rafael Nadal edged Daniil Medvedev in a classic Australian Open final on Sunday, roaring back from two sets down to claim a record 21st Grand Slam title only months after fearing his glorious career might be over due to injury.