Damn, these highlights are a testament to how good Rafa was on grass... for which he doesn't get enough credit! Even apart from that brilliant trilogy of finals against prime Federer, culminating in his first title at Wimbledon in 2008, and also the title run in 2010, these highlights belong to a player who, on this surface alone, deserves legendary status! All the way till the last match he played against Fritz in 2022 with an injury, he brought the fight and won like a true gladiator! ♥
13:43 the sequence of shots in that 2011 qf with Fish is just absurd improvisation and hand skills. For all the cliche warrior never say die mentality and clay accolades that have followed him as the MO associated with him the guy was so ridiculously talented. Flashes of utter genius.
Ha jugado en toda clase de pistas y siempre ha jugado con pasión lo que hacía imposible no disfrutar de este maravilloso deporte.Nunca tiraba la toalla,jugaba cada punto como si fuera el definitivo .😊 ❤❤❤❤❤
Rafa was the biggest rival for both Federer and Novak, neither of them could beat him on Roland Garros final. In a way Rafa completely marched his own solid path into the legendary King status. He is unique, in a league of his own. 14 Roland Garros will never be repeated. He is truly the Grand Champ, tHE kING.
@@tennisfan599 He said roland garros final. not just roland garros matches. Fed n djokovic both never beat him in Roland garos final, same as Nadal never beat djokovic at AO open Final. Hard n grass courts both not his fav. But He did beat prime Fed at wimbledon Final 08 n again defeat prime Fed at AO Final 09. Nadal oso defeat prime Djokovic at US Open 10 & 13. Says a lot about King of Clay achievements outside clay. Forget to mentioned, Nadal got 2 olympics medal on Hard Court. In single he beat Djokovic in semi to go to Final and they play best of 5 in final olympic previously.
@za5760 and djokovic won his gold on clay beating nadal in his house. Fun fact Djokovic is undefeated at the Beijing hardcourt tournament winning it all 5 times he played, yet Nadal won his gold there, while Djokovic won his at Roland Garros where rafa win 14.
Love Nadal Vamos Rafa Amazing what he achieved especially with his injuries coming back time and time again was always going to catch up with him eventually legendary competitor
Rafa’s total dominance on clay has been laid a shadow on his success on grass and hard courts. People often forget he won the greats final of all time on the grass and accumulated 6 hardcourt grand slams. Such a complete and unique player🧡
@@LelouchLothric Rafa was the biggest rival for both, Federer and Novak. Rafa had the toughest draw, being the glue and a bind for other two greats and managed to march his own way to his legacy.
@@johnmack7013 So lucky that he played Nadal so many times in 2015 when Nadal was at his worst. Nadal and Djokovic only played once when Djokovic was at his worst(2017). Won like 10 slams after 2019 when Nadal started to struggle with injuries
Since I first saw him in 2004, I thought this guy would go on to be something special. But even I didn't realise quite how special he'd be. A truly iconic and legendary sportsman.
Favourite player. Sad to see him go and my motivation for watching is gonna take a hit. I have been hoping for him to retire this season though as it's clear his body just can't do it anymore and it's been horrible watching him struggle/lose against players he would have mauled in his prime.
Several of the most spectacular points happened in the Wimbledon 2008 final vs. Federer. Nadal was incredible and unbeatable that day!! 🏆🤩🏆 It’s no wonder why a lot of people remember that tennis match as one of the best that ever happened!
This guy gave us Wimbledon 2007, Wimbledon 2008 and Wimbledon 2018 - 3 of the greatest matches there ever. The only guy to take down Prime Federer at Wimbledon
He fighted with injuries throughout his career otherwise he could have won 27 or 28 slams...he was greatest fighter in tennis history..what a champ he was....rafa the Goat
Rafa's legacy on clay is unrivalled for the ages, but his records on hard court and grass are never shy of amazing. Roger and Novak clearly have more untouchable hard court and grass records, but Rafa's gradual mastery of Wimbledon grass throughout his early career is scary. Not many people remember or know that Rafa reached 5 consecutive finals from 2006 to 2011 (did not compete in 2009).
@@Luiz-nb3uz That is 2012 AO I would say. His performances vs Berdych, a great version of Fed and prime Novak were all incredible and he came so close to winning one of the best matches ever.
I admire Nadal and Federer because they had strokes of genious that Ibafter 50 years playing never expected Novak because he did it so right all the time, the most consistent ever..
As a tennis fan for nearly 40 years I consider myself very lucky to have lived through an age that allowed me to watch Rafa and Roger play at their absolute peak.
Damn, these highlights are a testament to how good Rafa was on grass... for which he doesn't get enough credit! Even apart from that brilliant trilogy of finals against prime Federer, culminating in his first title at Wimbledon in 2008, and also the title run in 2010, these highlights belong to a player who, on this surface alone, deserves legendary status! All the way till the last match he played against Fritz in 2022 with an injury, he brought the fight and won like a true gladiator! ♥
The most iconic player of all time !! Vamos, King Rafa 🔥🔥🔥
SUPER MAN! ❤❤❤
My favourite out of the big three, super talent and an even nicer bloke, the best era of all time is at an end. Sad times.
Cheers, Rafa. The game played on another level, Nobody covered the court like this man. A lovely fella, too. Enjoy your retirement, Mr Nadal. Vamos.
13:43 the sequence of shots in that 2011 qf with Fish is just absurd improvisation and hand skills. For all the cliche warrior never say die mentality and clay accolades that have followed him as the MO associated with him the guy was so ridiculously talented. Flashes of utter genius.
Gonna miss Rafa so much
Ha jugado en toda clase de pistas y siempre ha jugado con pasión lo que hacía imposible no disfrutar de este maravilloso deporte.Nunca tiraba la toalla,jugaba cada punto como si fuera el definitivo .😊 ❤❤❤❤❤
The world is going to miss Rafa. Amazing athlete! Amazing role model! What a classy player! KING!❤❤❤
GENIE ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I m the biggest RAfa fan ...he made us love fall with tennis...never give up in sports or life....fight till the end
Very well deserved rest. A true legend of sport.
A force of nature
Rafa was the biggest rival for both Federer and Novak, neither of them could beat him on Roland Garros final. In a way Rafa completely marched his own solid path into the legendary King status. He is unique, in a league of his own. 14 Roland Garros will never be repeated. He is truly the Grand Champ, tHE kING.
That’s why I feel like the big three are so unique individually. They all have their own different personality traits that makes them, them
Novak did beat him twice at eolans garros while nadal never got him in Australia. Nadal never won the tour finals.
@@tennisfan599 He said roland garros final. not just roland garros matches. Fed n djokovic both never beat him in Roland garos final, same as Nadal never beat djokovic at AO open Final. Hard n grass courts both not his fav. But He did beat prime Fed at wimbledon Final 08 n again defeat prime Fed at AO Final 09. Nadal oso defeat prime Djokovic at US Open 10 & 13. Says a lot about King of Clay achievements outside clay. Forget to mentioned, Nadal got 2 olympics medal on Hard Court. In single he beat Djokovic in semi to go to Final and they play best of 5 in final olympic previously.
@za5760 It doesn't matter of it was a final or not. Every match is an elimination match.
@za5760 and djokovic won his gold on clay beating nadal in his house. Fun fact Djokovic is undefeated at the Beijing hardcourt tournament winning it all 5 times he played, yet Nadal won his gold there, while Djokovic won his at Roland Garros where rafa win 14.
Legend
In another life,i'd still choose him as an idol . Gracias Rafa🖤...
A TRUE CHAMPION IN ALL SENSE OF THE WORD
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Love Nadal Vamos Rafa Amazing what he achieved especially with his injuries coming back time and time again was always going to catch up with him eventually legendary competitor
Thanks Rafa
Tennis was forever over for me, but this man is a time machine. Goodbye Hero, no one can match ur presence Rafa!!😢
The greatest of all time.
nooo the greatest on clay, no way he is better than djokovic or Federer
The GOAT indeed.
@@valdencorr2861 noo only in spain he is considered the goat, for spanishs people
@@Logan00710 Rafa winning his H2H matches in major tournaments against both with gaps too. Sit down!
@@Logan00710 wrong. Keep crying.
I want to cry 😭I'm on my 20s so I've never really known the tennis world without Rafa 💔
What a legend
Forever the GOAT; thanks Rafa.
Noles the BOAT Feds GOAT
@@matebreskovic5880 Go and sit down somewhere.
@@FlyingFalcons_au rafa inflation player
Goat of clay only, maybe
@@quangdang6995 inflation player,noles the best and rog goat
Nadie cómo Rafa.
GOAT❤🔥
THE GOAT
Nadal and Federer were my faves. Thanks for all the good times Rafa.
A man for all seasons
I love your comment❤
the absolute truth🙌
The goat 🐐
A true legend ❤
Rafa’s total dominance on clay has been laid a shadow on his success on grass and hard courts. People often forget he won the greats final of all time on the grass and accumulated 6 hardcourt grand slams. Such a complete and unique player🧡
Amazing Rafa! 🔥❤️
The only among the big 3 to win Channel slam twice. Not even Novak have done it. Not even Roger could. Rafa did. Goat Rafa.
Everyone is lucky enough to see his performance
I just saw his last match at the Davis Cup against The Netherlands, which Rafa lost...but his body had enough...for me he will be the greatest ever!
GOAT, will forever be missed. Federer-Nadal-Djokovic trio rivalry era would never be replaced!!
Djokovic 😊>>>>>>>>>>> Nadal
Nadal>>>>>>>>>>>> weak era champ Djokovic @LelouchLothric
@@gustaflundgren_If Novak is a weak era champion, why does novak lead the head to head?
@@LelouchLothric Rafa was the biggest rival for both, Federer and Novak. Rafa had the toughest draw, being the glue and a bind for other two greats and managed to march his own way to his legacy.
@@johnmack7013 So lucky that he played Nadal so many times in 2015 when Nadal was at his worst. Nadal and Djokovic only played once when Djokovic was at his worst(2017). Won like 10 slams after 2019 when Nadal started to struggle with injuries
Greatest of all time ❤
Federer
Novak
@@drakotomic5148 nole BOAT
Since I first saw him in 2004, I thought this guy would go on to be something special. But even I didn't realise quite how special he'd be. A truly iconic and legendary sportsman.
We are enjoying watching Nada fighting for every single point , was fun every games
Mr.rafa .......goat ✓✓✓.
Rafa❤
What an incredible first match.
Nadal king of tennis 🎾 ❤
10:54 greatest pass of all time
Check for the very next point after it.
Thanks! Gracia Rafa
wow, really see a difference to his level here vs recently. After watching him this year it made me forget how much of a beast he was
A true great of the game - inspirational for all ! ❤
Favourite player. Sad to see him go and my motivation for watching is gonna take a hit. I have been hoping for him to retire this season though as it's clear his body just can't do it anymore and it's been horrible watching him struggle/lose against players he would have mauled in his prime.
Several of the most spectacular points happened in the Wimbledon 2008 final vs. Federer. Nadal was incredible and unbeatable that day!! 🏆🤩🏆 It’s no wonder why a lot of people remember that tennis match as one of the best that ever happened!
Superbe viédo, avec de rares points! Merci
Simply the greatest because of the only reason that clay is the toughest surface to win..it really slays n truly your legs sprain horribly...
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Greatest competitor legendary forehand defence attack intelligence. An indelable loss
The GOAT
Feds de goat
@@matebreskovic5880 Rafa is the goat
@@SnapScaper noles the BOAT
@@matebreskovic5880 da hail
@@SnapScaper what
What a forehand. It even got faster over the years
Ушла легенда и эпоха! Рафа как Пеле в футболе! Аналога нет и не будет!
legend forever！goat！thank rafa❤
This guy gave us Wimbledon 2007, Wimbledon 2008 and Wimbledon 2018 - 3 of the greatest matches there ever. The only guy to take down Prime Federer at Wimbledon
Rafa😢😢😢😢😢
Goated 🐐🐐🐐
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He fighted with injuries throughout his career otherwise he could have won 27 or 28 slams...he was greatest fighter in tennis history..what a champ he was....rafa the Goat
Best crosscourt backhand in the history of the sport
History. wonderfull
I can't have enough 😢
There is NO ONE like Rafa❣️
OR Roger ❣️
For me, personally, there always will be
❣️ FEDAL FOREVER ❣️
Nadal has a unique style in tennis history and he is one of the greatest tennis player in the world
Channel Slams (RG + Wimby)
Rafa - 16
Nole - 10
Fed - 9
does that exist?
@@anseinueseima408channel slam is called as winning wimby and rg in one year
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Fan from india ❤
Nadal was super underrated on grass
He was. But he isnt the best nor the greatest ever.
@@matebreskovic5880 One of the greatest ever on grass no doubt. Top 5 easy.
He was very good of Course, but we can name many better than him on grass.
@@toivonencresto I think he is top 6
@@willgregor4392 he is.
Rafa's legacy on clay is unrivalled for the ages, but his records on hard court and grass are never shy of amazing. Roger and Novak clearly have more untouchable hard court and grass records, but Rafa's gradual mastery of Wimbledon grass throughout his early career is scary. Not many people remember or know that Rafa reached 5 consecutive finals from 2006 to 2011 (did not compete in 2009).
nadal 2006 - 2008 Wimbledon were underrated
GOAT💔
Thanks for the memories Rafa…enjoy the retirement🎾🎾🎾
Rafa from 2006 to 2011 was a beast at Wimbledon then lost to randoms for years to get back stronger in 2018 2019 ! Anyway Rafa will miss a lot ❤
2018 wimbledon maybe is the best version of Nadal to not win a tournament
@@Luiz-nb3uzvery specific man
@@Luiz-nb3uz That is 2012 AO I would say. His performances vs Berdych, a great version of Fed and prime Novak were all incredible and he came so close to winning one of the best matches ever.
@@ashleythomas4112 can be as well
@@ashleythomas4112 Same applies for Wimbledon 2018 also .. because of nole he didn't won Australia 2012 and Wimbledon 18
End of an era 😢
The “hyper” top-spin…and the “Banana” forehand will remain his signature shots forever.
Happy retirement, Rafa. 🙏🎾🇪🇸
How many tennis people have 32min of Best Points scenes at Wimbledon in their career?
Good player. One to watch out for.
I admire Nadal and Federer because they had strokes of genious that Ibafter 50 years playing never expected Novak because he did it so right all the time, the most consistent ever..
Every Grand Slam had their highlight reels ready ;-)
2006 - 2011 nadal was amazing on Grass.
"Rafa is only good on clay" c'mon guys look at him playing on grass at his best. 🙀
Can’t wait for the movie about Roger and Rafa rivalry 🤞
As a tennis fan for nearly 40 years I consider myself very lucky to have lived through an age that allowed me to watch Rafa and Roger play at their absolute peak.
LEGEND.Without the debilitating injuries he would easily have 25 slams.
If it wasn't for injuries Rafa would've decimated all the records.
Sleeveless version nadal was just too much for everyone
I was lucky to be in SW19 for the 2008 final. Still remember it vividly. But wrote a short book just in case - not to forget it lol
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“tennis nearer the gods”
Nadal was rhe best grass player ever.
I love Rafa's matches against Federer and Djokovic, amazing champions, incredible shot making, attacking tennis and contrasting playstyles.
post his final against berdych, come on:
who is rafa's opponent in the first set of clips?
20:37 - what?!?!
Huge player.
Nadal Federer , Agassi Sampras, Borg McEnroe
We Roger fans just can't bear to watch the whole video..😂😂😂
1 1/2 months ago, I got into the world of tennis. Nadal is my favorite. Seems like I am coming to the most unfitting moment 😢😅
Sleeveless capri pants Nadal was a beast
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