Rafael Nadal
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Rafael Nadal Parera (born June 3, 1986, in Manacor, Mallorca) is a Spanish former professional tennis player widely regarded as one of the greatest players in tennis history and the undisputed "King of Clay." Turning professional in 2001, Nadal captured 22 Grand Slam singles titles—highlighted by an unprecedented 14 French Open titles at Roland Garros, where he compiled an astonishing 112–4 match record. Famed for his relentless intensity, heavy topspin forehand, unmatched competitive spirit, an
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Verified Entity DossierRanked #1 in Top 10 Famous Spanish Athletes of All Time
Best Rank
#1
top 3 in 6 lists
Avg Position
#1.3
across 6 lists
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Rafael Nadal is ranked #1 on "Top 10 Famous Spanish Athletes of All Time" — its best placement across 6 lists on top10grid.com.
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Rafael Nadal appears in 6 lists on top10grid.com, spanning categories including SPORTS.
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Rafael Nadal Parera (born June 3, 1986, in Manacor, Mallorca) is a Spanish former professional tennis player widely regarded as one of the greatest players in tennis history and the undisputed "King of Clay." Turning professional in 2001, Nadal captured 22 Grand Slam singles titles—highlighted by an unprecedented 14 French Open titles at Roland Garros, where he compiled an astonishing 112–4 match record. Famed for his relentless intensity, heavy topspin forehand, unmatched competitive spirit, an
Spouse
Maria Francisca "Mery" Perelló (m. 2019-10-19)
Children
1 son: Rafael Nadal Perelló (b. 2022-10-08)
Nickname
Rafa / The King of Clay
Known For
["92 ATP Tour titles (4th all-time in Open Era)"]
Residence
Manacor, Mallorca, Spain
Born
1986-06-03
Birthplace
Manacor, Mallorca, Spain
Nationality
Spain
Appears in 6 lists Community Darling
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Top 10 Famous Spanish Athletes of All Time
Sports - #1
Top 10 Spanish Sports Heroes of All Time
Sports - #1
Top 10 Spanish Tennis Players in History
Sports - #1
Rafael Nadal vs. Fernando Alonso? Top 10 Greatest Spanish Athletes of All Time (2026)
Sports - #2
Top 10 Spanish Olympic Gold Medalists of All Time
Sports - #2
Top 10 Greatest Tennis Players of All Time
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