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Nadal's “Rafa” Doc Debuts in Madrid, Netflix Launches May 29

5/23/2026

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Rafael Nadal premiered his documentary “Rafa” at Madrid’s Beti Jai fronton.
The four-part series, directed by Zach Heinzerling, launches on Netflix May 29, 2026.
Nadal attended with his parents and coach Carlos Moyá, where rivals Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and John McEnroe also appear in the series.
Nadal said he had refused offers but agreed after trusting the team, noting filming began in 2024.
The first-episode screening earned a long standing ovation.

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Rafael Nadal premiered his documentary “Rafa” at Madrid’s Beti Jai fronton.
The four-part series, directed by Zach Heinzerling, launches on Netflix May 29, 2026.
Nadal attended with his parents and coach Carlos Moyá, where rivals Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and John McEnroe also appear in the series.
Nadal said he had refused offers but agreed after trusting the team, noting filming began in 2024.
The first-episode screening earned a long standing ovation.