Rafael Nadal - News and More

Rafael Nadal© ATP
  • Nationality: ESP (Spain)
  • Birthdate: June 03, 1986
  • Birthplace: Manacor, Mallorca, Spain
  • Residence: Manacor, Mallorca, Spain
  • Turned Pro: 2001
  • Plays: Left-handed
  • 2009 Ranking: 2
Full name is Rafael Nadal Parera...Nicknamed “Rafa”...Plays left-handed but writes right-handed...Began playing tennis at age four with his uncle Toni, who is ... Read Full Bio
Our Scouting Report
Strengths: Massive forehand; physically imposing; consistent off ground; fast; indefatigable
Weaknesses: Second serve; handling of flat, hard groundstokes on hard courts; injury prone

Latest News, articles and information:


Poll: Who Will be the Next American to Win Their First Grand Slam?
X and other websites years ago but after time away I’ve returned here now in a greater capacity. ADHERER To be upfront I am not a Federer or Nadal fan by any stretch. I prefer the American players Andy Roddick, James Blake, John Isner, Sam Q and rest of RWB (red, white & blue). But I do respect ...
2010-02-08

What's Next for Rafael Nadal?
s Sweet 16 and his mentally-challenged combatants Andy Murray, Nikolay Davydenko and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. For me it was the declining health of Rafael Nadal. From what I could tell Nadal came into the 2010 tennis season and the Australian Open in perfect health. His bad knees which had ailed hi...
2010-02-05

Tennis-X Notes: Hingis Comeback, Murray Making Adjustments
side. I don't really know what I'm trying to say, but basically my hip is fine. It was just the cycling shorts were tight." SITTING OUT -- Rafael Nadal has been advised to sit out a month [or more] to settle the flaming tendinitis in his knee that forced him to retire during the Australian Open. Test...
2010-02-03

Australian Open: Post-Tournament Assessment
aw that one coming? More or less, everyone. After the Aussie Open last year, I was pretty devastated when Federer lost in another 5-set epic toRafael Nadal. Since he's merely extending his slam record, I'm at a loss for words. Everyone is talking about the depth of the field and all the talent and the up...
2010-02-01

Andy Murray in Oz -- Too Much Pressure
lot of fitness training, but no one prepares for slams the way Murray does. For the longest time, everyone who knew anything about Rafael Nadal's tormenting of Roger Federer had some advice for Federer. Recreational players, former legends, tennis analysts, bloggers, fans, casual viewers, Chr...
2010-02-01

Andy Murray Interview - Australian Open, Jan 31
l. You know, you can't really remember the points right now. Normally takes a bit of time. Q. Everyone talked about your aggressive approach against Nadal, and others as well. How would you compare that match and your approach there with your approach tonight? ANDY MURRAY: Uhm, I think the second set w...
2010-01-31

Roger Federer Interview - Australian Open, Jan 31
on is just when. Q. This is your first Australian Open for a couple of years. Can we now start talking about a Grand Slam? Is that on your mind with Nadal having some issues and you looking very good? ROGER FEDERER: Look, I mean, it's not something I've ever put in my mind that this is something I want...
2010-01-31

Andy Murray Interview - Australian Open, Jan 28
Q. You played in some amazing stadiums. Where does Rod Laver Arena rank against the others? ANDY MURRAY: They all are different. The match against Nadal I played here in 2006 was the best atmosphere I played, you know, and absolutely loved it. No, it's great. I mean, all of the slams, they're all diff...
2010-01-28


Featured Rafael Nadal Videos:

Rafael Nadal reflects on his game, 2009 and what's to come in London.


Recent fan comments for Rafael Nadal:


greekevil
Says:

p.s. actual date and time: Posted on January 27, 2010 at 12:01pm CET

Posted on January 7, 2010 at 04:56 ET



greekevil
Says:

Well, Nadal, devil (church) doesn't like you. But people do. Once in chess there was a devil favoured- Kasparov, here in tennis this Federer. Let them win (Fed,Murray,Sod/Mats,Djoky), but we will prefer pure people like you and Davydenko.

Posted on January 7, 2010 at 04:49 ET



NaSTina
Says:

Nadal.... love it....love it when u fight!... keep on fighting !

Posted on December 31, 2009 at 13:55 ET



YOU KNOW WHO
Says:

NADAL IS BACK,NO DOUBT.DOHA FINAL SAYS ENOUGH. WELL,RAFA,JUST GO BACK TO YOUR N1 POSITION.

Posted on January 1, 2010 at 03:09 ET



Ivan Bull
Says:

What makes Rafa so loved worldwide? May be his nobility, modesty and strong will? Bow before the King!!!

Posted on January 4, 2010 at 04:39 ET



Boris Becker
Says:

Rafa best ever! World tennis without Rafa? Is this possible?

Posted on January 4, 2010 at 04:24 ET



imrogerfedererbigestfan
Says:

VAMOS RAFA
WE LOVE YOU

Posted on January 1, 2010 at 13:27 ET



shahul
Says:

i love you rafa

Posted on October 8, 2009 at 02:11 ET



juliac.
Says:

Me gusta mirrar cuando juegas al tenis. Su sirves son muy buenos. Lo siento, no puedo escribir en español muy bien porque es sólo mi tercer año aprendiendo. Usted es el número uno!
con amor,
julia

Posted on September 9, 2009 at 11:59 ET



yhani
Says:

get better....!!!!!
we all love you
u are the best...!!!

Posted on August 1, 2009 at 23:02 ET



ayush
Says:

Rafa youv rock

Posted on August 4, 2009 at 01:24 ET



raman
Says:

nadal i love yoyu

Posted on August 4, 2009 at 01:23 ET



Ehsan
Says:

Hi RAFA Im Crazy about you , My only wish is to see you in my life , is it possible ? HOW ?

Posted on August 4, 2009 at 12:23 ET



Close Sub-ject No.2
Says:

Hola, Buenas Tardes, Rafael. How's the 'dias' been for you. The condition would otherwise be most unfortunable had you kept competing. Just take it lightly and return one day. Noches, (july30.09)

Posted on July 8, 2009 at 15:43 ET



clarcie brown
Says:

hi rafa get well soon so ican watch my favorite player play again you are the best tennis player.

Posted on June 30, 2009 at 21:20 ET



anna
Says:

your the greates tennis player ever.

Posted on July 9, 2009 at 15:37 ET



kerboua ilhem
Says:

je t'aime rafa!


Posted on June 4, 2009 at 10:13 ET



tafartol
Says:

..heyo sweets, all the best for the year and don't worry if you fail in some. you're an inspiration already with all the great wins..(may29.09)

Posted on May 7, 2009 at 09:21 ET



Ruben
Says:

Rafael Nadal is de beste tennisser ooit

Posted on May 3, 2009 at 10:43 ET



Kimberly Kaye
Says:

U r so kool and a really good tennis player. My sister wastches ur games and she gets me hooked on them to. u r kinda cute to.

Posted on April 8, 2009 at 13:25 ET



cameron
Says:

hi nadal am yr biggest fan even if u read this i would be over the moon.I love tennis and try to play to yr standed hopefully one day i will be as good as u thank u


Posted on April 2, 2009 at 12:47 ET



Aliya
Says:

Rafael!! ur born exactly ten years before me...im june 3rd too!

Posted on March 1, 2009 at 00:43 ET



marcitas
Says:

rafa , congratulations ! got 6 grand slams.world no 1 best ever and my favorite .stay humble and keep fit.

Posted on February 5, 2009 at 03:00 ET



edicson
Says:

friends I think that rafa nadal is the best tennis player I have ever seen before, although federer is an excelent player too. both play incredible, but rafa is faster and smarter. long live for the king, rafa nadal the number 1 for a long time.

Posted on February 1, 2009 at 16:16 ET



Gaga
Says:

U are the best...:)) I love u...:))) :*

Posted on January 1, 2009 at 15:38 ET



neelam
Says:

rafa .....i love u...m an indian.....TE QUIERO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on January 1, 2009 at 01:07 ET



marcitas
Says:

rafa your my no. 1 tennis player .it's my prayer that you be the next champion in 2009 austrialian open.

Posted on January 6, 2009 at 20:40 ET



Sherly
Says:

You're the best, Rafa! Sugoi ne! Banzai! Umm, hope ur relationship with xisca goes well! All the best!

Posted on January 5, 2009 at 18:21 ET



doris
Says:

HOLA,Rafa
Saludos,desde puerto rico donde te queremos mucho,
SIGUE ADELANTE PUES SEGUIRAS EL #1.
Ponte la ropa de antes...please

Posted on January 3, 2009 at 09:52 ET



Bob
Says:

Rafa your the best!You had the best season any tennis player could have, KEEP IT UP

Posted on January 6, 2009 at 16:22 ET



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