'An incredible achievement' - Cricket fraternity thrilled as Rafael Nadal wins his 22nd title

Rafael Nadal went on to create history after beating Casper Ruud in the final of the Roland Garros by 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 at the Philippe Chatrier. With this win, he won the record 14th title of the French Open and overall 22nd title. Besides, He has already gone past the likes of Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic with the duo having 20 titles each to their name.

Not to forget, the Spanish player also became the second player to win two titles in a year, levelling with Carlos Alcaraz, who has won four titles this season. Meanwhile, after the win, the 36-year-old said that it is very difficult for him to describe the feeling. He revealed that he didn't believe he achieve such a feat at this age.

“For me personally, it is very difficult to describe the feelings that I have. It is something that I have never believed. To be here at 36, being competitive again on the most important court of my career,” Nadal said during the trophy ceremony. “One more title means a lot. It means a lot of energy to try and keep going…I don’t know what can happen in the future but I am going to keep fighting to try and keep going.”

The 14 time French Open winner thanked his family and the team for the achievement and acknowledged that he wouldn't have achieved this without them.

”Team, family, everyone who is there. It is amazing the things that are happening this year,” Nadal added. “I just thank you very, very much for all the things you are doing for me and over the years. Without you none of this would be possible, without any doubt. Especially in the very tough moments we went through with injuries.

On the other hand, the cricket fraternity has congratulated the legend. The likes of former cricketers such as Sachin Tendulkar, Ravi Shastri, Harbhajan Singh, and current players such as Cheteshwar Pujara, Yuzvendra Chahal, etc congratulated the Tennis legend.

This is how Twitter reacted

What a match that was. Dominated Ruud totally to lift the 14th French Open. @RafaelNadal you’re incredible! Congratulations 🎉 Keep ‘em titles coming 🔥 #RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/Re2XyPA6mx

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 5, 2022

A modern day Hercules who just will not melt in the hottest Claypot. Starts favourite to make it 15 only. Just insane. Salute forever @RafaelNadal @rolandgarros #Nadal #FrenchOpen pic.twitter.com/XXfMHRgmku

— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) June 5, 2022

To go out there and win a record 14th @rolandgarros & 22nd Grand Slam at the age of 36 is an incredible achievement.

Congratulations @RafaelNadal! 🏆🎾 pic.twitter.com/MAxsEklfFQ

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 5, 2022

🐐 💪 @RafaelNadal #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen pic.twitter.com/hNgso2Kr6d

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) June 5, 2022

Congratulations @RafaelNadal on winning the French Open yet again #RolandGarros

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) June 5, 2022

Just watched the most special tribute to Rafa Nadal on Supersport and realised all over again how special the man is. Also found out that Casper Ruud attended his academy and faces the master in the final today. Incredible! So, how good is Rafa’s academy then?😂

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) June 5, 2022

King of clay.

What a Champion.

NADAL

Number 14 at #RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/KAp3aUraoo

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 5, 2022

This is how easy he makes it look.

Congratulations on 14th French Open and 22nd Grand Slam @RafaelNadal 🙌🏼 #RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/iZylRabdhQ

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 5, 2022

FOURTEEN!!!!!!! #Rolandgarros take a bow @RafaelNadal .. what an incredible champion and ambassador to our amazing sport 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) June 5, 2022

No. 22 in the year 2022, Rafael Nadal. UNSTOPPABLE#RolandGarros #RafaelNadal𓃵

— Manoj Dimri (@manoj_dimri) June 5, 2022