An outpouring of sympathy enveloped the sports world following the death of Jorge Messi, father of football legend Lionel Messi, at 68 due to a prolonged illness. Rafael Nadal shared a deeply emotional statement for the family, and during a game, Rodrigo De Paul paid homage to Jorge's crucial role in shaping Messi's illustrious career.

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