Rafael Nadal: podcast appearances and interviews

Rafael Nadal Parera, known as Rafa Nadal, is a Spanish former professional tennis player recognized for his achievements in the sport and his cultural impact. Throughout his career, he was ranked as the world No. 1 in men's singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals for 209 weeks and finished as the year-end No. 1 five times. Nadal won 92 ATP Tour singles titles, including a record 14 French Open titles, and secured 36 Masters titles along with an Olympic gold medal. He is one of only three men to complete the career Golden Slam in singles and holds the record for the longest single-surface win streak in the Open Era, with 81 consecutive wins on clay. Nadal was a prominent figure during nearly two decades of men's tennis, forming part of the era-defining rivalry known as the Big Three with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. He achieved remarkable success early in his career, reaching No. 2 in the ATP rankings and winning 16 titles before the age of 20, including his first major at the 2005 French Open. His accomplishments include becoming the youngest player in the Open Era to complete a career Grand Slam with a win at the 2010 US Open and winning major titles across three different surfaces. Nadal retired from professional tennis after representing Spain in the 2024 Davis Cup Finals. Off the court, he is known for his philanthropic efforts, including opening a tennis academy in Mallorca, and has been recognized as one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine. He has also received the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award five times and was Laureus World Sportsman of the Year twice.