Rafael Nadal describes his 2019 as tough, great and emotional as he reflects on clinching year-end World No. 1 in the ATP Rankings for the fifth time.
All fans agree with you, Rafa!
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GO RAFA GO
An inspiration, one tennis player who embodies the ideals of a true tennis King, Champion & GOAT by showcasing humility, respect, patience, perseverance, determination, conviction, passion, never-say-die attitude, stability under pressure or mental fortitude coupled by his tennis skills as evidenced by his big forehand winners, amazing cross-court swings, banana shots, slices, serve & volleys, name it, he has it all.
Kudos & Vamos, Rafael Nadal!
Thank you Rafa for Memories
Rafa the ultimate champion .
Truly remarkable & magnificent to watch at all times.
The zeal zest energy & supreme athleticism are a joy to behold.
Well deserved indeed to be world no 1
Ahhhh the beauty of the forehand , the magnificent Bg & movements are exhilarating . Humble to the core.
Most lovable player ever.
Vamos Rafa
Congratulations Rafa, on another great year. I think in 17 years I’ve never missed a game, thanks to Tennis Channel and my neighbor Indian Wells. Also congratulations on your wedding. All in all, a perfect and well deserved year for you.
Rafa thanks for another great year,take rest and enjoy life you deserve happiness with Maria we love ❤️ vamossssssssss champ 🇺🇸💪🎾❤️😘🇺🇸💪🎾❤️😘🇺🇸💪🎾❤️😘🇺🇸💪🎾❤️😘
ENHORABUENA!!! Por este año en el que tu has disfrutado y nos has hecho disfrutar.. Descansa y disfruta con la familia… TE ESPERAMOS Y SIEMPRE CONTIGO
Congratulations Rafa for you ranking ATP Nr 1
Tough, great, and emotional-Rafael Nadal -that’s you. Time to chill with your team and family, especially beautiful Maria. 🙏 for a fantastic, inspiring effort.
Mimi-lucky you-have a fabulous time at the Aus. Open-hope you get a chance to encounter RN-even
the practice sessions are usually packed😎
Well done Rafa you are an inspiration to us all! X
Rafa Nadal, número uno del mundo! Lo que quiere, lo consigue y éso que no estaba, al 100 % bravo Rafa, eres un verdadero crack
Thank you for another great year. Take rest and enjoy some days off with your family and friends.
See you in 2020, always with Rafa <3
Thank you so much for all the joys in 2019 and all the best in 2020, Rafa❤️
Looking forward to see you and support you in person at the Aussie open🤗
Congradulations to Rafa for clinching #1 ATP Best Men’s Tennis Player 2019 . What a wonderful ending to a awe inspiring fabulous tennis year . You have given us fans tremendous thrills and have silenced the critics who doubted you . Two slams bringing tge the total to 19 . Five years younger than Federer , you are destined to surpass and become the best ever .Vamos Rafa !