It has been the year of Rafael Nadal thus far in men’s tennis. At 35, the Spaniard is still producing the best tennis one has ever seen. He put on an incredible display at the Australian Open. The former World Number 1 defeated Daniil Medvedev to lift his 21st Grand Slam title. Further, continuing his impressive run, Nadal completed a hattrick of titles this season in Acapulco.
Nadal has inspired many young players with his grit and determination on the tennis court. Moreover, he has launched his tennis academy in his hometown to give back to the sport. The tennis academy includes personalities like Toni Nadal, Carlos Moya, and others working to enhance the careers of the next generation of players.
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Recently, Nadal featured in a new commercial for Vivo.
Rafael Nadal stars in the latest commercial for Vivo with three children
The 21-time Grand Slam champion was challenged by children, with the help of technology in the latest commercial featuring him. The commercial for Vivo, named ‘Máquina de Bolinhas’, was created by Africa, and directed by Pedro Becker. Further, the commercial showcases how technology can help connect people. The meaning of the commercial is explained subtly, with Rafael Nadal featuring alongside three children.
Rafael Nadal é desafiado por crianças, com a ajuda da tecnologia! 🤗
Uma campanha da #AgenciaAfrica para a @vivobr 🎾🏆@RafaelNadal #MaquinadeBolinhas #VivaOQueAproxima pic.twitter.com/jJisAaeyAV
— Africa (@agenciaafrica) April 13, 2022
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Further, Rafa de Miranda and Rapha Borges, creative directors at the Africa agency, said, “It’s a story about how technology can be magical and make three children manage to challenge the greatest tennis player of all time.”
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On the tennis front, the Spanish legend has been out of action due to a stress fracture in his ribs. During his run at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, where he lost to Taylor Fritz in the final, Nadal suffered from breathing issues during the match. However, later he underwent tests, which determined the nature of his injury.
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Due to the injury, Nadal has missed the Miami Open, and the ongoing Monte Carlo Masters and will miss Barcelona Open which begins next week. However, he hopes to get back fit in time for the Madrid Open, which will get underway in May. Can Nadal make a strong comeback after his latest injury setback? Let us know your views in the comments below.