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JB (@[email protected])

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2 years

Just a reminder...Novak is 35. Rafa is 3 days shy of 36, and this is the tennis they produce.

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As great as this run at RG was, it's what Rafa did that summer that would be a run for the ages. RG in June, Wimby in July, & OG gold in August. Clay, grass, & HC. Beat Novak (SF) & Fed (F) at RG, Andy (QF) and Fed (F) at Wimby, & Novak (SF) at the OG. Oh yeah...and he was 22.

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On this day in 2008, Rafael Nadal 'federized' Roger Federer in the final to win his fourth straight Roland-Garros title.

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2 years

Jerk reporter asked Taylor if he thinks that the MTO was maybe gamesmanship. Taylor shut that down real quick. Responds with quite a lengthy explanation including that he doesn't think Rafa would slow down his serve 15 mph for no reason. Good man, Taylor.

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2 years

Reporter says to Rafa that he notices his team is wearing masks out and about and asks the reason, offering one of the reasons as paranoia. Rafa responds: "Not paranoia, reality."

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2 years

17 years after he won his first RG at age 19, Rafa wins his 14th RG at age 36 and his 22nd major. Oldest man to ever win the French Open. 6-3 6-3 6-0. What a man.

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JB (@[email protected])

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2 months

Rafa to Carlitos the next time he seems him:

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3 years

Note how quickly Rafa gets the racket away from his body knowing that he's falling. He can then have more control over how he falls and rolls. Essential skill in avoiding a more serious injury.

ATP Tour en Español

@ATPTour_ES

3 years

Cuando te dejas la piel en la pista. Literal. 🙆‍♂️ @RafaelNadal | #IBI21

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1 year

Rafa: ......"Roland Garros will be Roland Garros with or without me.." Nah, Rafa. It won't be. Maybe sometime in the far away future, but not anytime soon.

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3 years

Haven't posted this in awhile. Rafa is the only man who's got more than 400 match wins on 2 different surfaces. No one else is even close. Now he's got 500 wins on hard. He's got 464 on clay and could conceivable reach 500 on clay before he retires.

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3 months

Ok, Paris. I forgive you for the draw. This was a huge honor for Rafa.

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3 years

Anyone can win a tourney when ND isn't in the .....oh wait.

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3 years

Rafa's done it!!! He wins 7-6(ZERO), 5-7 6-4. If he never, and I mean never, has to play Nick again, I'll be ok with that.

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@Minerva2BC

2 months

This one:

US Open Tennis

@usopen

2 months

What’s your best US Open final memory?

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

2008, the year Rafa won RG, Wimby, & Olympic Gold, 3 different surfaces, all in less than 7 weeks time. Oh yeah...and he'd just turned 22.

Teledeporte

@teledeporte

3 years

🎾 El 2008 fue uno de los más importantes en la carrera de Nadal 🥇 El español completó un verano de ensueño tras ganar Roland Garros y Wimbledon pero la guinda llegaría en los Juegos Olímpicos de Pekín al colgarse el oro ante el chileno Fernando González

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2 years

Darren says when you go to one of Rafa's practices, instead of watching the ball, watch his feet and his footwork and you'll be amazed at how good it is. Yep.

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2 years

From RG IG. Neat pic showing the security that surrounds Rafa.

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2 years

These guys play each other in the next round.

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2 years

Rafa posting on IG stories about Serena.

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2 years

@TennysSandgren Rafa has played Nick more than any other player on tour has. Their last meeting was just 4 mos ago at IW. Rafa won. Before that? AO 2020. Rafa won. Before that? Oh yeah..Wimby 2019. Rafa won. Rafa is the only player in the top 10 to have a winning record against him.

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5 years

Rafa is now both the youngest and oldest champion ever in Acapulco.

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10 months

I can't overstate how much I've missed not just the man but also his brand of tennis.

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3 years

"Sorry to correct you." 😭 I stan an exceedingly polite man.

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3 years

Rafael Nadal is so polite even when he's fact-checking people haha. "I'm very sorry to tell you - I don't want to - but I have been in the AO final four times since 2009...sorry to correct you."

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JB (@[email protected])

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2 years

Seeing a # of negative comments about Rafa practicing today. He's a pro athlete. His body needs to be kept in shape. Other high profile players: Novak's son born Oct 22, '14. 1 week later he played Paris. Fed's sons born May 6, '14. 1 week later he played Rome.

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2 years

Bench convos: Fed, Rafa, Novak: Lots of words of advice. Critique, analysis, tactics, etc. Actual coach Borg: Let's go.

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

The decade began with Rafa being YE #1 and it ends with him being YE #1 . Short lived career, my rear end.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Can't imagine the pain that Rafa is in. He's playing with a foot that's being held together with tape.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa re the net thing: "First of all, I was wrong. I shouldn't have called him to the net." Says he won't do it again. Talked to Lorenzo in the locker room afterward and says that conversation is private.

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3 years

Of course, a few people are characterizing Rafa's comments as "salty." No, he's not. His position on the Covid issue has been unchanged and consistent since day 1, regardless of who's involved.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

Rafa's ability to remember every single point makes for interesting commentary. He can tell us what he was thinking at a specific time in a match.

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2 years

And this is why best of 5 should never be eliminated in the majors. It's what sets the majors apart. No byes, 7 matches to win it, bof5. It's not just some of the best tennis you'll ever see, but the best theater and entertainment as well.

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2 years

Stef: "I don't think he can play without having a circus around."

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3 years

This was uncontrolled anger and physical aggression directed at the umpire. Suspension should be immediate.

Open Your Eyes

@diputseruoy

3 years

Classy as always.. #zverev #Acapulco

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

2 years

One more time for those characterizing Rafa's foot issue as a standard "injury." That implies that it will get better. It won't. It's Mueller-Weiss syndrome. The tarsal navicular bone is dying (osteonecrosis). Flare-ups can be caused by trauma or by nothing at all. +

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@Minerva2BC

1 year

Rafa played 8 matches (5 singles, 3 doubles). Won all of them.

Llama 𝕊𝕒𝕪𝕤 ☄🌠🚀

@tennis_lol

1 year

2019 Davis Cup X Rafa Nadal

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2 years

Rafa says he will be having some more tests done tomorrow. I'm assuming it will be to check for an abdominal tear. He says today was the worst day in terms of pain and limitation.

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2 years

Rublev in his desk interview with TC: "The real tennis is on clay."

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JB (@[email protected])

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2 years

Was thinking about the 2009 US Open. Rafa started off that tourney with tape on his abdomen like in this Wimby. Made it to the SF against Del Potro and by the time he got there, this is what he was playing with:

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2 years

It's #WorldSmileDay and here's the poster boy for it.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Perfect sunny weather at Wimby. Rafa would've loved it.

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3 years

Rafa: "I gonna try my best."™️

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11 months

Rafa has laid his soul bare to us. The best thing we can do in return is remember his words once he takes to the court again and support him no matter the outcome.

Rafa Nadal

@RafaelNadal

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De mi anuncio del viernes… algunas explicaciones esta semana. Aquí la primera: 👉🏻 Tengo y he tenido miedo de anunciar las cosas. Me ha causado miedo querer anunciar algo sin estar seguro al 100%… 👉🏻 Creo que estoy preparado y confío y espero que las cosas vayan bien y que me

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2 years

One of my favorite USO moments.

Tennis Legend

@TennisLegende

2 years

US Open 2019. Après sa victoire contre Diego Schwartzman en quarts, @RafaelNadal fait parler sa précision en envoyant une balle directement dans le studio d’ESPN dans lequel figuraient John McEnroe et le commentateur Chris Fowler. 🎥 @SportsCenter

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2 years

Here's the first thing I saw when I looked at the boat pics. wth? That protrusion due to the navicular issue is huge.

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3 years

He's done it. Rafa's into the final!!!!

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6 years

Martina talking about Rafa: "We will never see this again, another Nadal....unparalleled."

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3 years

Rafa will once again face someone tomorrow who can serve 130+ mph bombs. Good thing he's had all that practice returning big serves this week.

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2 years

Rafa wins it 10-4 in the 5th set super TB. I don't know how he did it, but he did. NK awaits....yuck.

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3 years

Rafa holds! Rafa, I'm an old lady. My heart can't take this. Let's break now.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

5 years

My mother was a superwoman before the term was coined. Through her example/guidance, I hope I've become even half the woman that she is. She's now in the last stage of Alzheimer's, no memory, doesn't know who I am. It's a gift & privilege to care for her. #KinderGirlWorldDay

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

So of the Big 3, the one who took home a Masters title in the NA hardcourt summer swing is....Rafa.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

The aesthetic appeal of this clip is off the charts.

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@puepppy

3 years

1️⃣4️⃣ days until @RafaelNadal is showing his fantastic skills again⚽️🎾😃😳🤗👌🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💪🏽🥳 my 📽 at @rafanadalacademy_de from 2016 #Rafa #Nadal #rafaspuepppy

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

3 years

20-0 now. With that, Rafa will move to #3 in the rankings on Monday. AZ has 7025 points. Rafa has 7115 with this win. If he wins tomorrow, then he'll add another 400 points.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

2 years

Annacone just said that Rafa has only lost 6 sets the 1st week at RG in his entire career.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

2 years

The next match on Friday vs AZ will be on Rafa's 36th birthday.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

4 years

Moya and Roig said they had a plan. They weren't kidding.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa faces Taylor Fritz next. Fritz hasn't dropped a set yet. Rafa mentions in the on court interview that Fritz is playing well and that he won his first M1000 this year and adds "against me by the way." LOL

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

And ***some*** said Rafa might not play this match. Rafa wins 7-5 7-5. 16 aces.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa's reality.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

After all these yrs, people still misunderstand Rafa's mindset. The goal isn't to set records, or win X number of tourneys, etc. The goal is always to be fit & to be able to compete at the highest level. Some wins & records are a byproduct of that goal, but never the goal itself.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

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Knowing that Rafa's retirement was coming in the near future didn't lessen the blow of his announcement. Expectation removes the shock, but it doesn't diminish the sadness. I'll try to remember: "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened."

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

I love this pic.

#AusOpen

@AustralianOpen

3 years

Always making magic, @RafaelNadal 🪄 #AusOpen • #AO2022 • #AOTennis

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3 years

Rafa wins!!!! 6-2 1-6 7-6(3). How he did it, I don't know. Came back from a double break down in the 3rd. I love that man.

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5 years

Annacone: "It's another lesson about playing Rafael Nadal."

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2 years

Rafa wins the match 7-5 2-6 6-4 6-1. Jack was cramping again in the 4th set. One thing I appreciate...Jack's demeanor was good throughout the match. Didn't take out his frustration about cramping on his box or equipment, etc. Just continued to play.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Blake: How's the nose? Rafa: A little bit bigger than usual.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

I'm sorry, Felix. I just couldn't root for you today. You played well. Thank you for your professional demeanor on court. It's always appreciated.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

And there you have it. Courier once again mentioning that he noticed Rafa having an issue with the foot at the end of the last match. He asked Rafa's team about it and they said yesterday was rough but today it's better.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

"not a good start" "That's like my last match at Roland Garros." Oh, Rafa. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa plays Botic Van De Zandschulp next, and this is the only time I will fully type out his name. Henceforth, I will refer to him as bvdz.

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@Minerva2BC

4 years

Let's see now. October weather, crap balls, roof closed, playing after midnight, final against Novak, and he wins #13 without dropping a set. I love that man.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

2 years

Thank you, Casper. Thank you very much.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

He was Rafa's opponent in the 2008 Gold medal match at the Olympics. Fernando took home the Silver medal.

Llama 𝕊𝕒𝕪𝕤 ☄🌠🚀

@tennis_lol

2 years

Fernando Gonzalez gets back to his seat during Rafa Nadal's service game 😅 📹 TVN IG

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@Minerva2BC

7 years

Rafa in 2015 during his anxiety struggles: "I gonna fix it. I don't know if in 1 wk, in 6 mos, or in 1 yr, but I gonna do it." You sure did.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

Matteo, you can keep hitting your backhand to Rafa's forehand all day long. Thanks.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

Rafa holds!!! I think I died about 4 or 5 times during that game.

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

5 years

Rafa is now the only man to have won 5 major titles after turning 30. That it's Rafa who's done it is amazing. So many thought he'd be done years ago.

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@Minerva2BC

4 years

For heaven's sake. There's never going to be any "malice" involved. Players aren't intentionally trying to hit the linespersons. The point is that they're not supposed to hit the ball like that. He already hit the ball once in anger & didn't hit anyone. This time he did.

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2 years

Rafa does it!!! Saved 4 mps in the process. Made 2 dropshots on mp. Balls of steel. So happy for Rafa. Sad for David although it's so good to see him playing well again.

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3 months

I'll say it again as I frequently do. I love watching Rafa play doubles.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

When asked about Wimbledon and pregnancy rumors at the event in Mallorca today, Rafa answer was that he'll be holding a press conference this Friday.

Eurosport.es

@Eurosport_ES

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👀 @RafaelNadal emplaza a una rueda de prensa este viernes al ser preguntado por Wimbledon y su paternidad

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

8 months

I can't even describe how good it's been to see Rafa play live again.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Mery's father has passed away. He'd been ill for some time. Glad that Rafa is at home to be with her.

Muere el suegro de Rafa Nadal, Miquel Perelló, a los 63 años

Dolor en la familia Nadal-Perelló. El suegro del tenista mallorquín ha fallecido en su localidad natal, Manacor, con apenas 63 años de edad y tras una enfermedad de la que...

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JB (@[email protected])

@Minerva2BC

3 months

From Rafa's IG:

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@Minerva2BC

4 years

A couple of nice pics to make up for the last 2 hours:

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa and his Uncle Miguel are playing in the Absolute Doubles Balearic Championship at T Golf Palma this weekend (Nov 19/20). I'll post pics if I see them.

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5 years

Rafa's answering a question about his upcoming wedding. Chris asks him if he's been involved in the planning. He replies "not much" and ads with a smile "I have been consulted." LOL

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@Minerva2BC

4 years

If Rafa yelled at his box like that, Toni would have him cleaning toilets at the RNA for the next 6 months.

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

I love this comment in response to the 60 minutes segment on Rafa.

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@Minerva2BC

4 years

Wimbledon asked us to post some of our favorite Wimby traditions. This is one of mine...the yearly pics of Rafa grocery shopping at Barley & Sage or at Tesco.

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@Minerva2BC

3 years

Toni congratulating Felix. Somehow I imagine that when Rafa won his first tourney as a kid the congratulations went something like this: You missed that fhdtl in the 3rd game of the 2nd set. Grab your gear. We're hitting the practice courts right now. 😉

Auger-Aliassime Actus

@AliassimeActus

3 years

OH, TONI 🥲🤩🥺

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3 years

Toni greeting Rafa when he gets home:

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@Minerva2BC

1 year

Rafa's name will forever be etched in the history books of tennis & his impact on the sport was, is, & will continue to be monumental. But his academy & more specifically, the school, will be his lasting legacy. The ripple effect of the values based education the students (1/2)

Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar

@rnadalacademy

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¡Enhorabuena a todos los graduados! ¡Gracias @iga_swiatek y @RafaelNadal por un día MUY ESPECIAL! VAMOS!!

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I like that Rafa's staying in the Olympic village again. He's always loved being immersed in the entire ambience of the Olympics and this will be his last chance to do so.

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@Minerva2BC

6 years

Journo: "What was your thinking after you lost the 1st set?" Rafa: "I have to win the next three." Rafa has jokes.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Rafa: "I'm not a big fan of talking about things that are not there yet." Another version of if if if.

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

Rafa's serve was never broken in the tourney, either singles or doubles.

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

This isn't going to be very well written because I'm just composing it on the fly. When I opened Twitter today ( I'm west coast USA so way behind Australia & everyone else in viewing after match news) & saw all the articles & comments re Rafa once again being mocked for +

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

Are we not entertained? THIS match is entertainment of the best tennis kind.

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@Minerva2BC

2 years

In the advanced stage of the condition, extreme pain is one of the characteristics of it, so whether or not Rafa plays is always about pain management. He'll eventually reach a point of no return where it can't be managed. He'll know when it's time. For now, savor every moment.

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@Minerva2BC

5 years

Now Sam is being asked about Rafa's time between points. Sam doesn't take the bait. Just says that we all know that Rafa is slow & methodical & uses the full time and that he's fine with it.

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