My favorite Rafa moment was when he won Montecarlo in 2017 and I was in the crowd trying to get an autograph and I got pushed and almost fell, Rafa noticed, he stopped signing and looked in my direction making sure everyone was ok. I did get his autograph that day!
I see quite a lot of these comments, sharing memories where he showed such class, also without the cameras. Such a superstar, but always so humble. He’s special.
I will never forget that moment when i was 17 ,1 year older than Nadal,in my tennis club said to my tennis friends ,Nadal will be the best in the world ,they all laughed. From that day ,everyone called me Rafa,still today my nickname is Rafa. I also am a leftie,whole life playing with Babolat,running crazy like Rafa. Nadal has been my idol from day 1 . For the last 3-4 years i kept saying to my friends ,its ok if he wins nothing more ,cos he won so much throughout the years and i was ok with him retiring even 3-4 years ago. Rafa Nadal is a great person,we all know that,he is not only a big tennis champion. Rafa-thank you for all the matches,i really do remember them all .
Thank you, Rafa, for all the memories, passion, inspiration, and tenacity you gave to the world & to your followers, like me, who love, adore, and appreciate you! You’re in my heart forever! Blessings for the next chapters of your life.🐐 ❤️💛🇪🇸
Always classy, never threw or destroyed a racquet, always respected the fans and his opponents as well.... a true role model and gentleman. Thank you very much, Champ, tennis will never be the same. ❤🔥👑💐
Ay Rafa, eres grande! Y siempre lo serás. 🐐Ojalá te pudiéramos replicar. Eres talento puro, compasión, energía, empatía. Un ejemplo para todos dentro y fuera de la cancha (pista como le dices). Un privilegio haberte visto jugar y conocer tu historia. 💙
Watched this with tears in my eyes after watching his farewell yesterday...Long live Dearest RAFA. Words cannot express how much you will be missed...❤❤❤
What a beautiful tribute to the most amazing player in tennis. His passion, grit and determination for the game are unmatched. His greatness on clay will never again be repeated. I have never known a professional athlete who with such phenomenal success has remained as grounded and humble as Rafa has to this day. He epitomises true sportsmanship and humanity. Thank you so much Rafa for the decades of joy watching you play. Tennis will not be the same without you.
Vamos Rafa, i love him for ever .... his legacy will remain for ever, he had the most enthralling game among the top 3, were the most loved & with lot many fans, more than a champion/player, we love rafa as a person. he is a great icon !!! Love you Rafa forever ❤❤❤❤❤
Ever since I first saw this skinny kid from Mallorca on his debut, it was an instant connection-a mix of admiration and unwavering support. Over the years, I’ve watched hundreds of his matches, staying up late into the night, pushing myself to never miss a game. Now, as this incredible journey comes to an end, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of sadness. It feels as though a part of me is retiring with him. Thank you, Rafa, for everything you’ve given us as fans, for your contributions to tennis, and for elevating the world of sports as a whole. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement-you’ve earned it.
Glad I was able to watch Rafa play live when he came to the Philippines for the Manila-leg of the IPTL nine years ago. My favorite athlete across all sports.
Unique player! His rivalry with Roger and Novak is another level of the game, his records and numbers blow my mind, his passion for the game is unbelievable. Good to hear Moya's voice here, the man who knows him well. Thanks for a fantastic career Rafa ❤
For the sake of immense joy and happiness you gave us and to honour my unconditional and fathomless love towards you, I have named my son after You..Rafa...So grateful and lucky to witness you play some of the greatest tennis..moments of ecstatic disbelief, magic and sheer brilliance..A very emotional moment for me too.. Will eternally miss you playing tennis...best of luck for your future life.. Love from India... Gracias ❤🙏
What a beautiful narration from Carlos moya. The fact that he deeply knows Rafa made it more authentic. Humility, sportsmanship, resilience, that's what I learned from Rafa and what I will remember him for all my life. The countless memories will be always in my heart. Vamos ❤
Thank you Rafa for making me love this sport. From Madrid 2011 to Malaga 2024, there have been ecstatic as well as sad moments, very dominant wins to determined comebacks. Enjoy your life from now on, the sport is grateful for what you have done for it. Waiting to see what sport Rafa Jr will play
This video states almost every reason why I love Rafa so much. He is just sooooo great, the greatest indeed. Thank you Rafa for being my favourite athlete,idol and role model.❤
Excellent script, well narrated by Carlos Moya. This is a sad day for Rafa fans, many glorious moments, others quite hair raising. Thanks for the memories, King of Clay. ❤
Nadal is my idol forever. Always playing with intensity and courage and he never broke his racket throughout his career plus the simplicity of his character even though he comes from a wealthy family. Vamos Rafa ✊
Rafa was also the King of Tennis Nike Fashion. Who did not love colorful Island home mix of colors as well as the latter sophisticated & sensual black with nearly neon purple accessories? No tennis player ever wore tennis outfits as well as did Rafa.
Thank you, Rafael Nadal. Rafa was always the most humble gentleman, yet he was also the most relentless competitor I've ever seen in my five decades of watching tennis. "Right after the first meeting between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the third round at Key Biscayne, on March 28, 2004, with Rafa winning (6-3 6-3), I stated, Rafael Nadal will be the greatest tennis player ever. Before I saw Rafa play, I always thought Björn Borg was the greatest." Mark R. Elsis
Amazing tribute to a sports icon that lives in the hearts of so many around the world! The fact that despite injuries he became the world No.1 in three different decades is just a testament to his sheer tenacity and incredible work ethic. His epic come- backs are remarkable and are a constant reminder that anything is possible if you fight and believe in yourself until the very end! Thank you Rafa for your drive, passion, love of the sport, and ' Never give Up' mentality. Your legacy is firmly cemented and will be remembered as one of the best to ever play the game. Gracias por todo🙏
No offence to Federer and Djokovic... it doesn't matter what the stats says on who's the greatest... but Rafa is clearly the GOAT. It's crazy to think otherwise.
Grazie Rafael, grazie infinite per tutto ciò che sei, che hai manifestato come Uomo e come stratosferico , immenso , unico , grande tennista; uno dei più forti di sempre di tutti i tempi . Un abbraccio Rafa, tutto il meglio per te e per i tuoi cari ! Sempre nel mio cuore grande Eterno Rafa , leggenda , Mito. 😢😥💓❤️🙏🙋 Meraviglioso omaggio, dovuto ad un Grande Uomo e Campione . Grazie per questo video/documento bellissimo.🙏
This was an outstanding presentation. Great narration, Carlos!! Congratulations, Rafa, for an incredible career! Thanks for all you've given to the tennis community and for entertaining us with your talent for the past 20 ish years. Your inspiration and love of the game will influence generations to come. Enjoy your retirement....you've earned it! ❤🙌
Lo que puedo decir es que la generación de hierro la generación de lo jugadores más fuertes y aguerridos se acaba cuando novak se retire ya después va a venir la generación de cristal del teñís lamentablemente todos vamos para viejo y Rafa no es la excepción espero que valoren todo su legado para mi el mejor de todos lo jugadores de todos los tiempos, es duro es sentimental es aguerrido no se rinde nunca y bueno ahora quedan sus mejores jugadas y recuerdos!!!gracias rafa !!!
The only one who plays his best when he's under pressure.........he won a lot of impossible sets and matches which almost gone......he's a relentless warrior on the pitch regardless of the outcome
Not sure how many Rafa fans do it, for the last 17 years not a day has passed without searching Rafa Nadal in google. Though the king has moved on to become a Legend I still google him. For me Rafa is an emotion. Emotion that signifies fighting till the last breadth for what you love. 😢 He is undoubtedly one of the greatest sporting legends this era has produced
Pro tennis players die to win one Roland Garros this dude won 14, there probably never be another human being that can break this, its about time to change stadiums name to RAFA NADAL and trophy to his Name
I agree. He's long had to be careful of how much he plays because of his knee issue. But he's still been one of the biggest winners ever even though he couldn't do as many tournaments as the others. I remember in the late 00s they were wondering how long he could go physically- and look at him now.
My favorite Rafa moment was when he won Montecarlo in 2017 and I was in the crowd trying to get an autograph and I got pushed and almost fell, Rafa noticed, he stopped signing and looked in my direction making sure everyone was ok. I did get his autograph that day!
A beautiful moment for you 🙂
I see quite a lot of these comments, sharing memories where he showed such class, also without the cameras. Such a superstar, but always so humble. He’s special.
I will never forget that moment when i was 17 ,1 year older than Nadal,in my tennis club said to my tennis friends ,Nadal will be the best in the world ,they all laughed.
From that day ,everyone called me Rafa,still today my nickname is Rafa.
I also am a leftie,whole life playing with Babolat,running crazy like Rafa.
Nadal has been my idol from day 1 .
For the last 3-4 years i kept saying to my friends ,its ok if he wins nothing more ,cos he won so much throughout the years and i was ok with him retiring even 3-4 years ago.
Rafa Nadal is a great person,we all know that,he is not only a big tennis champion.
Rafa-thank you for all the matches,i really do remember them all .
I love that this is narrated by Carlos Moya. Someone who knows him so well ❤
I agree, it is a nice touch
Thank you, Rafa, for all the memories, passion, inspiration, and tenacity you gave to the world & to your followers, like me, who love, adore, and appreciate you! You’re in my heart forever! Blessings for the next chapters of your life.🐐 ❤️💛🇪🇸
Yes, Carlos should have mentioned Rafa’s reply after Carlos won Roland Garros “Do you want to win a Grand Slam”? Rafa: “No I want more”!
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Rafa will always be the Goat of tennis to me and my family!!
I have to say nothing was ever like preparing for and watching Rafa play. It was pure joy.
Legend 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Always classy, never threw or destroyed a racquet, always respected the fans and his opponents as well.... a true role model and gentleman. Thank you very much, Champ, tennis will never be the same. ❤🔥👑💐
Rafa is a true fighter while being the most modest athlete I know. Thank you Rafa.
Greatness personified 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤GOAT
I love tennis, because Rafa. I loved Rafa because tennis ! GOAT!
MY Favorite Always & Forever Rafael Nadal
Ay Rafa, eres grande! Y siempre lo serás. 🐐Ojalá te pudiéramos replicar. Eres talento puro, compasión, energía, empatía. Un ejemplo para todos dentro y fuera de la cancha (pista como le dices). Un privilegio haberte visto jugar y conocer tu historia.
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Watched this with tears in my eyes after watching his farewell yesterday...Long live Dearest RAFA. Words cannot express how much you will be missed...❤❤❤
Amazing video of the best player of the history. We love you Rafa, VAMOS RAFA
Simply the best ❤
What a beautiful tribute to the most amazing player in tennis. His passion, grit and determination for the game are unmatched. His greatness on clay will never again be repeated. I have never known a professional athlete who with such phenomenal success has remained as grounded and humble as Rafa has to this day. He epitomises true sportsmanship and humanity. Thank you so much Rafa for the decades of joy watching you play. Tennis will not be the same without you.
Vamos Rafa, i love him for ever .... his legacy will remain for ever, he had the most enthralling game among the top 3, were the most loved & with lot many fans, more than a champion/player, we love rafa as a person. he is a great icon !!! Love you Rafa forever ❤❤❤❤❤
Ever since I first saw this skinny kid from Mallorca on his debut, it was an instant connection-a mix of admiration and unwavering support. Over the years, I’ve watched hundreds of his matches, staying up late into the night, pushing myself to never miss a game.
Now, as this incredible journey comes to an end, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of sadness. It feels as though a part of me is retiring with him. Thank you, Rafa, for everything you’ve given us as fans, for your contributions to tennis, and for elevating the world of sports as a whole.
Enjoy your well-deserved retirement-you’ve earned it.
Glad I was able to watch Rafa play live when he came to the Philippines for the Manila-leg of the IPTL nine years ago. My favorite athlete across all sports.
He's won Roland Garros a total of 14 times !! Historic record that i dont believe anyone will break it in the future!! A legend never dies...
Yes, that record is going to stand for a very long time. It's hard to win one Grand Slam, let alone 14. Quite simply unbelievable!
What a brilliant sportsman and ambassador for Tennis....and life. Always give of your best and never give up!!! We will miss you Rafa.
Rafael Nadal is my favorite athlete. I will miss watching him play tennis. Thank you Rafa!! 🙂
We miss you Rafa❤
The more you watch, the more it brings tears to your eyes. Rafa, you are a true champion 🐐
Nadal...the ultimate sports inspiration....🎾🎾❤...
Rafa, you are simply THE BEST!
Gracias Rafa for all these years you are the reason why i started tennis Vamos Rafa !!!!
A truly remarkable human being❤ Rafa, you are the best! We will truly miss you.❤
Tenacity and determination, muscle and hustle, that's how RAFA NADAL became legendary. ❤💛❤
Unique player! His rivalry with Roger and Novak is another level of the game, his records and numbers blow my mind, his passion for the game is unbelievable. Good to hear Moya's voice here, the man who knows him well. Thanks for a fantastic career Rafa ❤
For the sake of immense joy and happiness you gave us and to honour my unconditional and fathomless love towards you, I have named my son after You..Rafa...So grateful and lucky to witness you play some of the greatest tennis..moments of ecstatic disbelief, magic and sheer brilliance..A very emotional moment for me too.. Will eternally miss you playing tennis...best of luck for your future life.. Love from India... Gracias ❤🙏
What a beautiful narration from Carlos moya. The fact that he deeply knows Rafa made it more authentic. Humility, sportsmanship, resilience, that's what I learned from Rafa and what I will remember him for all my life. The countless memories will be always in my heart. Vamos ❤
He will always be my ultimate inspiration, the one and only Rafael Nadal.
Bro that ending. This is rafael nadal. This is his number 1 story insaneee
My favorite Rafa allwes you legend in tennis 🎾❤Rafa iam big fan of you when you stop the tennis playing iam stop the tennis tournament saw
Un grand pezzo di storia del tennis che ci lascia.... Grazie, Rafa!!!
Thank you Rafa for making me love this sport. From Madrid 2011 to Malaga 2024, there have been ecstatic as well as sad moments, very dominant wins to determined comebacks.
Enjoy your life from now on, the sport is grateful for what you have done for it. Waiting to see what sport Rafa Jr will play
Gracias por todo, Rafa! ❤
Thank you Rafa, you were and will always be an inspiration❤
Inspired me for over 2 decades, so many memories. There will never be another Raffa!
love you rafa, thank you for all amazing plays. I already miss your arms muscles. thanks again!!
This video states almost every reason why I love Rafa so much. He is just sooooo great, the greatest indeed. Thank you Rafa for being my favourite athlete,idol and role model.❤
Rafa, you were unequivocally the best! It was a pleasure of a lifetime to watch you do what you loved to do for 20 years. Gracias, Rafa! ❤
What a legend, I was so lucky to have watched some of these great matches when they happened. Gracias Rafa!
Excellent script, well narrated by Carlos Moya. This is a sad day for Rafa fans, many glorious moments, others quite hair raising. Thanks for the memories, King of Clay. ❤
Gracias x todo Rafa.... Por el tenis y por el ejemplo, inspiracion para muchos alrededor del mundo
Nadal is my idol forever. Always playing with intensity and courage and he never broke his racket throughout his career plus the simplicity of his character even though he comes from a wealthy family. Vamos Rafa ✊
King of Clay, Ambassador of Spain and Master of Olympism. GRACIAS RAFA!!!
Rafa was also the King of Tennis Nike Fashion. Who did not love colorful Island home mix of colors as well as the latter sophisticated & sensual black with nearly neon purple accessories? No tennis player ever wore tennis outfits as well as did Rafa.
Best person!
Thank you Rafa for making this sport beautiful! If you didn't have injuries all your career, 25 grannd slams wins with ease!
Rafaaaaaa I am crying 😢
VAMOS RAFA 💪🏻🫡‼️‼️
Thank you master of clay 👑
Nadal has been a great inspiration in my life for many years, I am always reviewing fantastic moments from his career
Thank you, legend! Thank you, Rafa!
Thank you, Rafael Nadal. Rafa was always the most humble gentleman, yet he was also the most relentless competitor I've ever seen in my five decades of watching tennis.
"Right after the first meeting between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the third round at Key Biscayne, on March 28, 2004, with Rafa winning (6-3 6-3), I stated, Rafael Nadal will be the greatest tennis player ever. Before I saw Rafa play, I always thought Björn Borg was the greatest."
Mark R. Elsis
Amazing tribute to a sports icon that lives in the hearts of so many around the world! The fact that despite injuries he became the world No.1 in three different decades is just a testament to his sheer tenacity and incredible work ethic. His epic come- backs are remarkable and are a constant reminder that anything is possible if you fight and believe in yourself until the very end!
Thank you Rafa for your drive, passion, love of the sport, and ' Never give Up' mentality. Your legacy is firmly cemented and will be remembered as one of the best to ever play the game. Gracias por todo🙏
GRANDE!!!!!!!!VAMOOOS RAFAAAA!!!!!!
For me, tennis was Rafa and Roger. It will never be the same and I’m so lucky to have been able to see it all.
El Toro, thank-you for all the great memories!
Love from Melbourne, Australia.
His sheer force, will & brutality on the tennis court is second to none. Happy retirement Rafa🎉
No offence to Federer and Djokovic... it doesn't matter what the stats says on who's the greatest... but Rafa is clearly the GOAT. It's crazy to think otherwise.
What a legend!
Will miss you Rafa. Love you, always
Grazie Rafael, grazie infinite per tutto ciò che sei, che hai manifestato come Uomo e come stratosferico , immenso , unico , grande tennista; uno dei più forti di sempre di tutti i tempi . Un abbraccio Rafa, tutto il meglio per te e per i tuoi cari ! Sempre nel mio cuore grande Eterno Rafa , leggenda , Mito. 😢😥💓❤️🙏🙋 Meraviglioso omaggio, dovuto ad un Grande Uomo e Campione . Grazie per questo video/documento bellissimo.🙏
Inspirational ❤❤
Merci Rafa ❤🇪🇸🇫🇷
We were lucky to have him. What an advertisement to the sport of tennis, what a legacy
Well done! Thank you for sharing!
Vamos Rafa, para siempre!
Rafa, you beautiful human ! ❤
Rafa Nadal… IS THE GOAT ❤😊
No , he 's not.
NOLE IS THE GOAT 👑
Rafa is a great tennis legend, but not the greatest.
@ slams missed:
Nadal - 18
Djokovic - 3
Cry
428 VS 209? Moreover Nadal never won ATP Finals.
This was an outstanding presentation. Great narration, Carlos!! Congratulations, Rafa, for an incredible career! Thanks for all you've given to the tennis community and for entertaining us with your talent for the past 20 ish years. Your inspiration and love of the game will influence generations to come. Enjoy your retirement....you've earned it! ❤🙌
Increíble 🙌 thanks Rafa 🙏💚
He deserved it King of Clay. You will always be remembered .
Thank you Uncle Toni for developing a legend ❤...havent loved a player this much since Agassi 😢
Forever the 🐐👑
Awesome career. Arguably the GOAT. Rafa will certainly be missed.
Thank You Rafa❤❤❤
Gracias Rafa!!!
Adios Rafa !! Goodbye champion !! 😢❤
Truly remarkable player and human ~~ loved by all ❤~~
Самый лучший и любимый спортсмен во все времена! ❤❤❤
Beautiful video! ❤
Gracias Rafa! 🙌🐐👑
I wish i could speak into his face: U are the greatest!
Gracias Rafa
Lo que puedo decir es que la generación de hierro la generación de lo jugadores más fuertes y aguerridos se acaba cuando novak se retire ya después va a venir la generación de cristal del teñís lamentablemente todos vamos para viejo y Rafa no es la excepción espero que valoren todo su legado para mi el mejor de todos lo jugadores de todos los tiempos, es duro es sentimental es aguerrido no se rinde nunca y bueno ahora quedan sus mejores jugadas y recuerdos!!!gracias rafa !!!
The only one who plays his best when he's under pressure.........he won a lot of impossible sets and matches which almost gone......he's a relentless warrior on the pitch regardless of the outcome
What great story. Inspiring!
True pro and never broke a racket, ever!!!!!! Every pro who smashes a racket should donate 100 to those who can’t afford one to play!!! Thx Rafa!
Perfect Tribute…
THE GOAT !
Incredible ❤♾️
Mr Carlos Moya - you did a great job! Thank you for that! You were the great tennis player and you have a piece of all that Rafa achieved!
Bravo Carlos, thank you! Rafa IS so special 🎉🎉🎉
Thankyou for this memorable segment
GRACIAS RAFA!!!!
Rafa ❤💛❤
GOAT
Not sure how many Rafa fans do it, for the last 17 years not a day has passed without searching Rafa Nadal in google. Though the king has moved on to become a Legend I still google him. For me Rafa is an emotion. Emotion that signifies fighting till the last breadth for what you love. 😢 He is undoubtedly one of the greatest sporting legends this era has produced
Pro tennis players die to win one Roland Garros this dude won 14, there probably never be another human being that can break this, its about time to change stadiums name to RAFA NADAL and trophy to his Name
I agree. He's long had to be careful of how much he plays because of his knee issue. But he's still been one of the biggest winners ever even though he couldn't do as many tournaments as the others. I remember in the late 00s they were wondering how long he could go physically- and look at him now.
"You merely adapted to the Clay, I was born on it"
- *Rafael Nadal*