Everyone knows Rafael Nadal ’s legacy stands unmatched. Twenty-two Grand Slam singles titles. Fourteen at the French Open. Four at the US Open. Two at Wimbledon and two in Australia. For more than two decades, he ruled every surface, earning his crown as the “King of Clay” and a place among the “Big Three.” When he announced his retirement in 2024 and bid farewell at Roland Garros this year, it felt like tennis itself paused to say goodbye. A year later, one question lingers: how does the Spaniard feel now?

In an interview with Cadena SER published on December 8, Rafa was asked, “What do you think about the fact that we continue to consider you the best Spanish athlete of all time?” The 39-year-old kept it simple .

“You set the criteria, but I am always very grateful to you…” Rafael

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