‘Epic Battle Of The Titans!!!!’ Celebrities React To Federer-Nadal XL

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Hugh Jackman, Kobe Bryant among those talking about #Fedal40

Tennis fans worldwide were riveted by the latest installment of the storied Roger Federer – Rafael Nadal rivalry, with the Swiss and Spaniard facing off at Wimbledon for the first time since their epic 2008 final.

David Beckham, Hugh Grant, Jude Law, Leona Lewis, Damian Lewis and Bear Grylls were among those in attendance for the semi-final match at the All England Club, while other celebrities, sports stars and tennis players reacted to the action via social media. #Fedal40 lived up to the hype, according to the tweets sent by the likes of actor Hugh Jackman, Kobe Bryant and more.

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Federer prevailed against Nadal 7-6(3), 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in just over three hours, setting up a final rematch with World No. 1 and defending champion Novak Djokovic.

Here’s a look at some of the best tweets about Federer-Nadal XL:

“Come on Rog!” Thank you @wimbledon for the incredible day in the Royal Box – the greatest of honours – and what a moment to watch @rogerfederer win one of the most iconic tennis matches of our time against the great fighter and sportsman @rafaelnadal . … https://t.co/EGrfsF9rVj pic.twitter.com/VCkzov3l2C

— Bear Grylls (@BearGrylls) July 12, 2019

Epic battle of the titans!!!! Can’t wait for Sunday! @Wimbledon @rogerfederer @RafaelNadal

— Hugh Jackman (@RealHughJackman) July 12, 2019

The level of tennis being played by @rogerfederer and @RafaelNadal at #Wimblendon right now ?

— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) July 12, 2019

Thanks for making me love tennis! ? @rogerfederer @RafaelNadal https://t.co/lQAeySg3qe

— David de Gea (@D_DeGea) July 12, 2019

Figured I’d “relax” by watching @rogerfederer vs @RafaelNadal on my tour bus …

What was I thinking?! Impossible to relax with the wave of emotion that always comes w #Rafa vs #Roger at #Wimbledon!!

Now I’m freaking exhausted!

Nap time before #MixTapeTour pic.twitter.com/VN2lkOwHnn

— Donnie Wahlberg (@DonnieWahlberg) July 12, 2019

Federer and Nadal: Boy they’ll be missed when their careers end. So bloody good. ????????

— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) July 12, 2019

Oh man, goodness me, Federer?On a different level tonight. Best I’ve ever seen him play

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) July 12, 2019

My great friend & GOAT @rogerfederer – the undisputed Master of Wimbledon – produced one of his greatest performances there today. Rafa also played some unbelievable tennis and it takes two to produce a classic. Roger can go all the way, it will be a final for the ages.

— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) July 12, 2019

Pure class act. Tennis is the winner?? https://t.co/RukOrm68RH

— Magnus Norman (@normansweden) July 12, 2019

To be so calm and allow put skill to take over in the most tense situations: Roger

To hit insane shots when you’re backs against the wall and fight like no km has ever fought before: rafa

We are lucky to witness this

— Somdev Devvarman (@SomdevD) July 12, 2019

WHAT A MATCH! ???

— Nicolas Kiefer (@Nicolas_Kiefer) July 12, 2019

Congratulations to @rogerfederer, who is headed to his 31st Grand Slam final! And to @DjokerNole, who is headed to his 6th #Wimbledon final! Should be thrilling to watch! ?

— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) July 12, 2019

Thanks @rafaelnadal & @rogerfederer for a fenomenal match!!! More than a great game! You’ve teached a fantastic lesson of effort, commitment and respect beyond courts: a life learning! An epic match at #wimbledon!!! ???????????? pic.twitter.com/l0v6qV0s8k

— Gustavo Kuerten (@gugakuerten) July 12, 2019

Such a joy to watch @rogerfederer and @RafaelNadal compete. These guys always produce phenomenal tennis. #Federer too good today. #Nadal might be disappointed with his performance but he didn’t loose that match. Roger won it. #Wimbledon

— Pat Cash (@TheRealPatCash) July 12, 2019