Rafael Nadal through the lens of Roland-Garros photographers

14 finals, 14 titles and 14 photos! With front row access, the photographers of Roland-Garros brought Rafael Nadal's stunning victories to life with their eye-catching shots. Here we have compiled 14 select images that capture his Parisian triumphs especially well.
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28 NOVEMBER 2024
 - MARION THEISSEN
Rafael Nadal - Roland-Garros 2022©Pauline Ballet / FFT

Pauline Ballet : "I particularly like this photo of Rafa because it says a lot about him while showing very little: a silhouette of this raging bull reflecting the light, his timeless little skip, which he always does at the same time and in the same way. A shadow like an icon, a few seconds before dazzling in the spotlight. This photo was taken just before he walked onto court to play the final of Roland-Garros 2022, when he won his 14th title."

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