"No matter the surface, you always found a way to beat me," wrote the Swiss legend in tribute to Thiem, "but more importantly, you did it with grace and sportsmanship."

Our exclusive snaps from the Erste Bank Open in Vienna, Austria.

The 2020 US Open champion played his last career match against Italian Luciano Darderi.

The Austrian let his racquet do the talking, until it no longer could.

The 28-year-old also speaks to respecting Dominic Thiem's decision to retire in Vienna.

Among them: he was the first man born in 1990 or later to win a Grand Slam title, as well as the last player with a one-handed backhand to win a Grand Slam title.

Denis Shapovalov and Jan-Lennard Struff also shared their feelings about their departing tour-mate.

Tennis players chase ranking points and the sun. The 31-year-old Austrian isn't done with the latter.

Injuries are as large a part of the amazing Austrian's career as his victories.

If the Austrian’s outlook on life and champion’s drive are any indication, there’s every reason to be believe his impact will be felt for generations to come.