Nicolas Massu He is one of the best Chilean tennis players, especially for what he did at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, where he managed to win gold. Therefore, in 2008, it was discussed whether he should receive a Wild Card for the Beijing main draw.
In this context, Roger Federer was questioned by the press and did not hesitate to express his support for the chilean tennis player. “He is the champion, if there is no invitation for him, I don’t know who will be able to have it in the future. I totally support him,” said the multi-champion from Switzerland about the moment he was living Nicolas Massu.
Immediately, Federer continued his full support for Nicolas Massu: “I hope the decision is positive because what he did in Athens, winning the singles and the double, was something formidable. I don’t think it will happen again.”
In closing, Roger added that even though the classification of Nicolas Massu came down, he was to have the invitation “for all the good things he’s done in the past.”
Nicolas Massú was present at Beijing 2008
The gladiatorAfter Federer’s support, he was present at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where he was going to defend his gold medal. However, after defeating Belgian Darcis in the first round, he ran into Argentine David Nalbandian.
In the second round of the bottom bracket, Nicolas Massu He was defeated 7-6, 6-1 by the Argentine and said goodbye to the tournament. Who managed to leave Chile standing well in these JJ. oo. It was Fernando González, who finished second and won the silver medal after losing in the final against Rafael Nadal.
