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The names of Kobe Bryant and Alex Rodriguez echo with greatness. Both played for over two decades and graced their respective sports, becoming a forever inspiration. Because of this, the two shared similar journeys, which added to their stronger friendship. Regrettably, Bryant is no longer with us to partake in the world’s celebrations. But Rodriguez is doing his part by keeping his friend alive in his memories and life actions.
Although Bryant and Rodriguez played different sports, they gelled well as athletes. Because of it, they often motivated each other during their lows. A-Rod benefitted from it and continues to seek guidance from Bryant, years after the demise of his staunch friend. The recent Instagram post by the Yankees legend, wishing his lifelong friend a Happy Birthday, underscores this sentiment.
Alex Rodriguez Remembers His Friend Kobe Bryant With an Acknowledgement of Mamba Mentality
Born on 23 August 1978, Kobe Bryant would have celebrated his 45th birthday yesterday. However, he had a tragic helicopter crash taken him away from the world in early 2020. Alex Rodriguez reflected the same and shared a beautiful message in his Instagram post for his beloved friend.
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The message read, “It was a great honor to know @kobebryant. He brought the Mamba Mentality to every element of his life, not only to sports but to business as well. I will always cherish the time we spent together and the knowledge and passion he brought to the world. HBD Kobe…”
It went in sync with the teachings of life the two shared. It was visible in the advice which Bryant gave to Alex during his slump during the 2012 ALCS that put him on the other side of the world. Bryant said, “You go out there and do the best job you can. If they take you out of the lineup, it’s really on you to be a good teammate and support the other guys, which he’s good about doing.”
Being a very simple yet effective life advice, it not only helped Alex’s career later on but also became a part of his business ventures. While Rodriguez acknowledged the void, fans joined in with their reactions to the beautiful scenario of their forever friendship.
Fans Add to Alex’s Heartfelt Tribute for Bryant
Though Bryant is not the world anymore, he is still alive in millions of hearts. When Alex remembered his friend with a beautiful message, fans’ emotions synced with it as they payed their respect with adding reactions beneath the post.
One fan wrote, “@arod No doubt Brother They will never be another Kobe and God bless his Soul And HBD to him in Heaven.”
The other one said, “Wow my two favorite players of all time in one pic!!!”
One fan reflected, “Don’t let someone dim your light, simply because it’s shining in their eyes.”
Few more focused on their friendship and said, “The Best of The Best” followed by “Great 👍 pic man Wooowww. “
It was a wonderful display of friendship from Rodriguez and it would continue to guide the principles of life on which fans have wholeheartedly upon.
