Rafael Nadal began playing tennis at age three and turned pro at 15. Known as the "King of Clay" for his skill playing on clay courts, as well as his topspin-heavy shots and tenacit… See more

Rafael Nadal was born in Mallorca, Spain, on June 3, 1986. When he was three years old, his uncle, … See more

At the age of 16, Nadal made it to the semifinals of the Boys' Singles tournament at Wimbledon. At 17, he became the youngest male to reach the third round at Wimbledo… See more

Despite enduring shoulder and foot injuries, Nadal won his second straight French Open and added four more titles in 2006. The following year, he won again at Roland Garros an… See more