According to ATP Mens Tennis, Rafael Nadal received the International Sport of the Community of Madrid Award (International Sport of the Community of Madrid Award) from the hand of Esperanza Aguirre, President of the Community of Madrid.Nadal received this award because of his relevance in the field of sports, his sporting merit and human values.
"For me to receive this award in its first edition is very important in a community such as Madrid, which I feel very similar and where I have achieved victories in the Masters series and in the Davis Cup," said Rafael Nadal in his award acceptance speech.Feliciano Lopez also attended the award presentation.
"This tribute fills me with pride, I hope this is the beginning of many years to come for this Award."
(Via ATP Mens Tennis)
