Porta first saw Rafael when he was eight years old ... she said she would “never recommend copying” his rituals. Ryan Pierse//Getty Images Nadal after winning the 2022 French Open.

As tennis legend Rafael Nadal bids an emotional goodbye to the sport, a new book takes stock of his wins on the clay court of ...

The Spanish tennis great was so dominant at the French Open that some got the feeling that “Nadal fatigue” had set in.

The 38-year-old Spaniard, often referred to as the \"King of Clay,\" was given a hero's send-off on Court Philippe Chatrier.

For the first time in more than two decades, Rafael Nadal is no longer an active professional ... As I wrote this book, I was drawn, Rafa style, to rituals—early‐morning walks, coffee grinding ...

Rafael Nadal won 14 championships at the French Open, the most at any Grand Slam tournament by a man or woman and cemented his place as one of the greatest of the game. It helped the Spanish maestro ...

Rafael Nadal's tribute at the French Open was a memorable event, highlighted by the presence of his greatest rivals: Federer, ...

Rafael Nadal experienced countless defining moments on Court Philippe-Chatrier between 2005 and 2024. However, nothing ...

The French Open will never be the same without Rafael Nadal. This year's edition of Roland ... Only where the clay marks passion in red. Only where rituals leave a trace. Only a stage for courage ...

PARIS — Rafael Nadal's first French Open match in the tournament’s main stadium came on May 25, 2005 — a straight-set victory ...