Twitter tributes to Roddick

New York - Twitter tributes to Andy Roddick 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

"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

"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

"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

"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