Twitter tributes to Andy Roddick, the U.S. tennis star who played the last match of his career on Wednesday at the US Open:
"@andyroddick I shed a tear for you. Thank you for all the years of commitment to excellence. Going to miss it."
- Tiger Woods
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"Andy, my friend-- you are a winner. Life goes on. Live it to the fullest."
- Jimmy Connors
"@andyroddick I miss my friend already."
- Serena Williams
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"Thanks @andyroddick for being the face of USA #tennis. Love you. Good luck with your next chapter!"
- Billie Jean King
"That speech from @andyroddick reminded me of the farewell that Agassi gave several years ago. He gave it all at all times."
- Tennis coaching guru Nick Bollettieri
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"World number 1, Davis Cup Winner,nine years in a row top 10, 32 ATP titles, Grand Slam Champion. @andyroddick So much #RESPECT."
- Serbia top 10 player Janko Tipsarevic
"American tennis is losing one of its greatest champions and faces of the sport today. Best of luck to @andyroddick in the next chapter!"
- US women's player Lisa Raymond
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"In tears listening to @andyroddick right now...what an unbelieble careear and personality"
- Argentina women's player Gisela Dulko
"Congratulation @andyroddick for your great career and for the great person you've been during the tour!"
- Argentina top 20 player Juan Monaco