Teenager who impressed Rafael Nadal quits college and joins ATP Tour
Rafael Jodar performed admirably at the 2025 Next Gen Finals, winning two of his three group phase matches. Jodar defeated top seed Learner Tien and…
Rafael Nadal Archives: 12/2025
Alexandra Eala reveals what Rafael Nadal told her during their training session together
Alexandra Eala graduated from the Rafa Nadal Academy – based in Mallorca – in 2023. Eala first joined the institution in 2018, travelling with her…
Mirra Andreeva reveals the advice from Rafael Nadal that still inspires her every time she’s on court
Mirra Andreeva had a 2025 to remember despite hitting a stumbling block in the latter stages of the season. The Russian star reached a career-high…
He had a winning record against Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal but never reached a Grand Slam final
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are, undeniably, two of tennis’ greatest-ever players. And, given they existed throughout the same era, their subsequent rivalry was just…
The prediction Tim Henman made about Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in 2017 which came true five years later
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal’s rivalry was the focal point of the sport for much of the 2000s and the 2010s. Nadal and Federer continue…
What Stan Wawrinka achieved in his career which only three other players have managed
Stan Wawrinka’s playing career will come to an end in 2026. The Swiss superstar made the announcement on Friday evening, describing his final season on…
The British star who has been training at the Rafa Nadal Academy this off-season
Hannah Klugman is one of Great Britain’s most promising young tennis players. Klugman, who grew up in Wimbledon village, is a former LTA Junior National…
Rafael Nadal sends supportive message to two Spanish stars after watching them at the Next Gen Finals
Some of tennis’ brightest ATP youngsters have been competing at the Next Gen Finals in Jeddah this week. The tournament, held annually, has previously been…
Why Pat Cash once said Roger Federer was behind Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in the ‘GOAT’ debate
The ‘Greatest of All Time’ debate continues to rumble on in tennis, but most agree that it comes down to Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and…
Casper Ruud practises with Rafa Nadal Academy graduate ahead of the Australian Open
Casper Ruud might have ended his season outside the top 10, but his late season form showed signs of promise. Ruud ended the season by…
