Umpire Carlos Bernardes acknowledged he and Rafael Nadal most likely had some tense moments on the court docket but additionally underlined that every part that occurred was behind them.
When you keep in mind properly, the previous 22-time Grand Slam champion and the chair umpire had an argument throughout a 2015 Rio Open match. Throughout that conflict, the Spaniard was hit with a number of violations.
Afterward, it was rumored that Nadal requested the ATP to ban Bernardes from his matches. Later when requested if it was true, the previous world No. 1 publicly confirmed the studies.
“Yes, it was my request,” he mentioned on the time.
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Again then, the Spaniard additionally mentioned he revered the Brazilian as an individual however there have been sure the reason why he did not need him anymore at his matches: “I consider him a great umpire and a good person, but I think when you have some troubles with the same umpire, sometimes it’s easy to stay for a while away, no?”
Bernardes sheds gentle on his relationship with Nadal
Final week, the 38-year-old concluded his astonishing profession on the Davis Cup Finals. Bernardes was additionally there and his 40-year profession as a tennis official additionally ended.
Whereas in Spain, the Brazilian – who officiated a few of Nadal’s matches in recent times – was requested to handle their relationship.
“We have that image because of the arguments. But we always treated each other very well. He was always very respectful towards me. And this is something I will never forget. I was sad because he ended his career this way. I wanted to be there to see him. I didn’t even think about refereeing him. I just wanted to see him because of the great work he has done for other players. He was very important for tennis,” Bernardes advised AS.
Contemplating that Nadal was generally known as one of many nicest and kindest gamers, it should not be shocking that he resolved his previous points with the Brazilian umpire earlier than retiring.
