On June 5, 2005, two days after his 19th birthday, Rafa Nadal completed a milestone in Paris that would lay the foundation for a memorable feat. After winning trophies in Monte Carlo, Barcelona, and Rome, Rafa was facing his first appearance at Roland Garros. With undeniable superiority, he overcame Lars Burgsmuller, Xavier Malisse, Richard Gasquet,Continue reading “Relive Rafa’s victory at Roland Garros 2005 with a unique t-shirt!”
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Rafa Nadal receives a replica of the Roland-Garros sculpture
All sports fans will be able to enjoy this work of art during their visit to the museum. Rafa Nadal received today at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar a replica of the sculpture that was exhibited at Roland Garros in May 2021. Gilles Moretton, President of the French Tennis Federation, and Amelie Mauresmo, DirectorContinue reading “Rafa Nadal receives a replica of the Roland-Garros sculpture”
Alex Eala wins the US Open Junior
Alex Eala has made history by becoming the first player from the Philippines to win a Grand Slam singles title . The young talent trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar had an immaculate US Open, not dropping a set and defeating third-seeded Czech Lucie Havlíčková 6-2, 6-4 in the final. Eala achieved herContinue reading “Alex Eala wins the US Open Junior”
Rafa Nadal inaugurates the “Roland-Garros Restaurant” at the Academy
As part of the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar expansion project, this week Rafa Nadal officially opened the “Roland Garros Restaurant,” a gastronomic space themed around the Parisian Grand Slam. Its decor and furnishings have been inspired by the restaurants located at the tournament itself, with the aim of ensuring that all diners who enjoyContinue reading “Rafa Nadal inaugurates the “Roland-Garros Restaurant” at the Academy”
Alex Eala wins his second Grand Slam at Roland Garros
For the second consecutive year, Alex Eala has won a junior doubles Grand Slam . While last year, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar player debuted her career in this type of tournament at the Australian Open, this Saturday, June 12, she secured another victory alongside Oksana Selekhmeteva at Roland Garros. Both the 16-year-old FilipinaContinue reading “Alex Eala wins his second Grand Slam at Roland Garros”
Rafa’s 13 Roland Garros titles, immortalized in a mask
To enable fans around the world to cheer on Rafa during Roland Garros, the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has designed a face mask that reflects all the trophies Nadal has won in Paris. This limited edition illustrates the celebrations of the titles the Spaniard won in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013,Continue reading “Rafa’s 13 Roland Garros titles, immortalized in a mask”
The Rafa Nadal Museum now houses the trophies from Rome and Barcelona.
As is tradition, Rafa Nadal has chosen to deposit both the twelfth title won in Barcelona and the tenth trophy he lifted in Rome at the Rafa Nadal Museum. Both are now available for viewing by all fans. In this message, Rafa wanted to thank all the fans for their support over the past fewContinue reading “The Rafa Nadal Museum now houses the trophies from Rome and Barcelona.”
Alex Eala receives an invitation to compete in the Miami Open
Fifteen-year-old Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala has received an invitation to compete in the qualifying rounds of the Miami Open , a WTA 1000 tournament that will be held from March 22 to April 4 at the impressive Hard Rock Stadium. The player, who trains at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, will continue toContinue reading “Alex Eala receives an invitation to compete in the Miami Open”
Alex Eala: “This title is very important to me.”
Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar player Alex Eala has become the first tennis player born in 2005 to win a professional title. After winning the ITF by LG in Manacor, the young Filipina reflects on her start to 2021 and her future goals.
Rafa Nadal returns to Rome
Rafa Nadal returns to competition this week at the ATP Masters 1000 in Rome , a very special tournament in his career. It will also mark his return to the court after the break that has kept him away from competition since Sunday, March 1, when he won the final of the Acapulco tournament. NoContinue reading “Rafa Nadal returns to Rome”