American tennis players weren’t the only ones grateful for their many blessings this Thanksgiving.

From Rafael Nadal to Iga Swiatek, the game's brightest lights paid tribute to the 20-time Grand Slam champion in the wake of his shock retirement announcement.

"I would always rather be sweating on a court," the former Wimbledon finalist asserts.

Meanwhile, NFL legend Drew Brees officially joins the pickleball craze and Hurkacz beats the Florida heat.

While Rafael Nadal has confirmed he plans to try to play Wimbledon, a few other names have been announcing their withdrawals from the grass-court Grand Slam.

The Canadian turned 28 last Friday and the festivities are still going strong.

The Canadian seems to be happier than ever not only with her recovery progress, but to have Rudolph by her side.

The Canadian wears the new neutral-toned New Balance 327 sneakers in the "Her Advantage" campaign for the two brands.

The 2014 Wimbledon finalist underwent shoulder surgery in June and appears to be nearing the end of the recovery process.

The staple beverage is unlike Wimbledon's Pimm's Cups or the Kentucky Derby's Mint Juleps that have centuries-old origins.