22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal became the first tennis player to surpass the 21 million followers mark on Instagram—a platform he joined nine years ago, on May 22nd, 2015.
On Rafa’s official profile, tennis lovers can currently find 1453 published posts, with the latest one from Indian Wells, which will be his next tournament.
Serena Williams holds the second-place spot with 17.2 million followers, followed by Novak Djokovic in third with 14.4 million, while Roger Federer concludes the top four with 12.1 million.
Congratulations, Rafa! Your impact both on and off the court continues to inspire millions around the world. Keep shining!
Doesn’t surprise me at all ! Rafa is a record breaker in every way ! Will be looking so forward to IW’s… Hopefully he will bring Maria & baby Rafa with him… Coachella Valley has very beautiful weather during March & Rafa loves playing IW’s ..
I’m not surprised about his huge Instagram following. Rafa is so popular. Can’t wait to see him in his first match at IW on 7th March.
Rafa you are such an example to everyone. Thank you for being able to see you play. It was just wonderful to see your son when you were in Brisbane this year. Enjoy your family now.
Will always remember you as the humble, gifted and amazing player and person you are. I am sure the world will miss you once you stop playing – hope to see you one more time at your French Open
Watched you play tennis for years. Used to only watch when you and Roger played. Now I watch to see who is playing and if it is not someone I enjoy watching I turn it off. We live so far away in north east British Columbia that it is not possible to ever get to a game but I love to watch. Hope to see you playing in the French open again.
Gail, Canada
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Hey, Rafa- Congrats on the 21M grammers🥰👏we know how you love playing in that
warm desert venue-remember well how it suits your game-all the best. Hope the family
is there to enjoy beautiful Indian Wells👍💪🎾🍀❤️😎
Rafa,
Get healthy come to Paris to win the French Open your 15th time
My Champion!
Congratulations Rafa!!! 🎉🎊🫶