Following his withdrawal from the Monte Carlo Masters, Rafael Nadal is gearing up to make his return at the Barcelona Open, where he’s already back on the practice courts.
Today, he sharpened his skills alongside Sebastian Baez, with their rigorous session lasting a solid two hours. Our champ appeared to be in higher spirits compared to yesterday, sporting a brighter smile throughout.
In the stands, his wife Maria Francisca Perello and son Rafa Junior watched on, with the latter enjoying some playful moments as Rafa tossed balls his way, as per reports from the Spanish newspaper Marca.
So nice to read Rafa is on the court with the support of his loved ones and we are sure they make those practice sessions even more special. VAMOS RAFA!
🎾 Help Keep Us Online
Your support helps cover hosting costs, domain renewal and ongoing improvements. We prefer to keep the site focused on tennis fans rather than filling it with intrusive advertising.
Thank you for your support.

Vamos Rafa! Buenas Suerte con tu Saluda tambien!
Rafa is all time great champion and true human being. We love you from Newyork.
Vamos rafa great to see you again on court practice hope you can play xxx
Rafa will be at the official draw ceremony in Barcelona. That’s what the Barcelona tennis tournament website says. Hopefully we get to see him healthy and play! 🙂
Rafa is in the Barcelona draw and working hard to try to play. Best of luck and health, Rafa! You will always be our champ and hope to see you at your best at Roland Garros this year!!🍾☀️🥇🍀🏆🎾
Unforgettable memories at this tournament back in 2019…🤩😍 All the best Rafa!🥰 Vamos💪
Mimi, did you see him jump in the pool?
Hi David, no, unfortunately Rafa lost to Dominic Thiem, the winner that year. Luckily my husband and I saw Rafa and his team in the hotel lobby. I got Rafa’s autograph and had a photo with him, priceless!!!
Welcome back, Rafa. Great to see you on the Barcelona clay-Buena Suerte🫶🍀🎾❤️
Muss you so much on the court🥲❤️