VIDEO: You get a hug, you get a hug, everyone gets a hug from David Ferrer
Who wants to hug David Ferrer? A host of stars wanted to hug David Ferrer and the Spaniard was happy to oblige at the Argentina Open.
Ferrer is currently on his farewell tour as he will retire in May, and he said his goodbyes in Buenos Aires on Tuesday.
A brief ceremony was held before the 36-year-old’s first-round match against Malek Jaziri from Tunisia and he quickly got involved in a hug-a-thon with a host of South American tennis legends.
Former US Open winner and Argentine great Gabriela Sabatini, former ATP top 10 player Martin Jaite as well as current stars Diego Schwartzman, Juan Monaco, Juan Ignacio Chela, Guillermo Coria and Jose Acasuso all wanted a piece from the veteran.
“I feel at home. That’s why I chose to play here. I am happy for the recognition of players and former players. I’m very fond of them. I liked the surprise,” Ferrer said after he beat Jaziri.
And of course he said his thanks on Twitter after the match as well.
Gracias 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/dp5D4Tl9Tr
— David Ferrer (@DavidFerrer87) February 13, 2019
More from Tennis365:
Latest
-
WTA TourPreview: Emma Raducanu back in action as she headlines the Transylvania Open
The WTA Tour rumbles on in Romania as Emma Raducanu looks to return to winning ways.
-
Tennis NewsEmma Raducanu’s Best Moments On and Off The Court: From Wimbledon to the US Open, Met Gala and James Bond premiere
A pictorial of Emma Raducanu’s whirlwind few months.
-
Tennis NewsAndy Murray on playing in the Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic era: ‘I feel lucky to have played against them’
“They allowed me to improve by setting the bar so high.”
-
Tennis News‘I believe it will [get crazier] for Serena,’ says auctioneer after signed Serena Williams rookie card sets record
“Serena will be included in those products long after she’s retired.”
-
Tennis News‘I still struggle, but I am super confident next year will be better,’ says Simona Halep
“I still love the sport and love being on the court,” says Simona Halep.
-
Australian OpenVictoria premier sticks to his guns over double-vaxxed stance for Australian Open as he criticises double standards
Victoria Premier Dan Andrews refuses to change his mind.
-
Tennis NewsAndy Murray highlights key reason for his ability to chase more balls down after upset win over Hubert Hurkacz
“It was a good win in tough circumstances,” says Andy Murray.
-
ATP TourAndy Murray finally delivers a knockout punch against a top-10 player as he beats Hubert Hurkacz in Vienna
The pieces continue to fall into place for Andy Murray as he finally gets a win over a top-10 player.
-
WTA Tour‘I don’t think there is any pressure, but everyone should be a little patient with me,’ urges Emma Raducanu
The US Open winner is seeking her first WTA Tour match victory.
-
Tennis NewsCameron Norrie headlines Great Britain’s Davis Cup Finals squad with Andy Murray left out as expected
World No 14 Norrie is Great Britain’s top-seeded player in the ATP Rankings.