Rafael Nadal through the lens of Roland-Garros photographers

Cédric Lecocq : "This is from 2005, which was Nadal's first Roland-Garros and my first collaboration with the FFT. I offered to photograph the players' signatures on the television cameras, which had become the norm at the end of matches. Beyond the fleeting encounter and unforgettable memories of this collection of champions’ autographs, I already sensed the potential and aura of this youngster, as well as his total mastery on clay – his playground. Even now, 19 years on, I still find it hard to believe that he’s won this tournament 14 times... Congratulations on your magnificent career Rafa!"