Rafael Nadal fans were delighted to watch the latest photos of the tennis player, Rafael Nadal, and his newborn son. The public got their first look at the champion’s son. Paparazzi photographed Nadal and his wife strolling with their child recently.
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They pictured gently Rafael Nadal holding his son in his arms.
Fans were happy to see the son of Rafael Nadal
The ‘King of Clay’ and his wife recently welcomed their first son and named him Rafael Nadal Perello, after the Mallorcan’s grandfather. Perello had to be admitted to the hospital earlier due to minor complications.
At the 2022 Rolex Paris Masters, the Spaniard lost to Tommy Paul in the second round, resulting in his early exit. Fans were quick to share their congratulatory messages and happy blessings for the new child.
Nadal and his wife with their child 🥰 pic.twitter.com/xtQx974eX1
— Luigi Gatto (@gigicat7_) November 9, 2022
One excited fan tweeted her heart out for Nadal’s firstborn. She was quoted as, ” Ohhh Rafinha 😍😍.”
Ohhh Rafinha 😍😍👶 https://t.co/wn0TKu2s13
— Paula (@VRafaaa) November 9, 2022
Rafael Nadal expressed his gratitude for all the supportive messages and well wishes he has received on the birth of his son. One user was quoted as,” One month & one day after baby Nadal Perello is born, we have a peek! So sweet!”
One month & one day after baby Nadal Perello is born, we have a peek! So sweet! https://t.co/8hJqCvQM2f
— Sandy (@nycsandygirl) November 9, 2022
MEU DEEEEEEEUS BABY NADAL https://t.co/juFZe8VDRi
— Luna (@Luna_1403) November 9, 2022
Fans shared their delight over the healthy update of the child.
I am overjoyed to see them with their baby💕🥰 https://t.co/hi8I4jXaNA
— Yin Nooy 🎾RN🐐 (@YinNooy) November 9, 2022
Rafa is holding his baby like a NEW dad, so cute!❤️
— lisa boswell (@lboz1982) November 9, 2022
An fan wrote, ” Wow.. Raphael in Rapha’s arms😍.. It’s lovely.” (GOOGLE translator)
와.. 라파 품에 안긴 라파엘.. 🥹 사랑스러워 https://t.co/wZPkBTziy0
— LUCY_luxuanxi (@GaeulBam8i_T9) November 9, 2022
Fans shared their pleasure when they watched the doting father having fun with his child.
Rafa is strong with the new dad vibes
— Danny Gelber (@dannygelber) November 9, 2022
Although Rafael Nadal is happy to be injury-free and back on the court at the final ATP Masters 1000 event of the year. Nadal said he had to change his approach in his first tournament since the birth of his son.
Look at Rafa holding Rafito. Omg this is so beautiful. @RafalutionXXII 🥺🥺🥺
— Sassy Jax 🇺🇦💙💛🇺🇦 (@SassyJaxIsBack) November 9, 2022
Two weeks before the birth of his son, Nadal joined Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray at the Laver Cup to celebrate the retirement of his friend and tennis rival Roger Federer.
Oh he's gonna be pissed
— Daniel Gladston (@DanGladston) November 9, 2022
One user jokingly shared his concern over the legendary player’s hairline. He was quoted as, “He’s bald like a newborn son, poor thing.” (Google translated)
Tá calvo igual o filho recém nascido, coitado https://t.co/mZS15vA1cm
— MUR4D 🇱🇧 (@jmuradcrf) November 9, 2022
It will be interesting to see how Rafael Nadal organizes his schedule for the remainder of the year. One Twitter user was delightfully quoted as,” I love how Rafa has that awkward,’ I might crush him if I hold him too tightly’ grip on his child. In a few months, he’ll be tossing him around like a tennis ball on the serve.”
I love how Rafa has that awkward “I might crush him if I hold him too tightly” grip on his child. In a few months he’ll be tossing him around like a tennis ball on the serve.
— Share-ul (not Shurl) (@cherylwoodward) November 9, 2022
Thus, fans had a lot to say.
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Nadal misses his son a lot during his matches around the globe
Rafael Nadal has traveled the world extensively over the past 20 years in search of significant tennis titles in various locations. Since October, it has become even more difficult for Rafa to compete and travel. He and his wife became parents for the first time.
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However, the maestro has always felt most at home in Mallorca. He loves to be around his loved ones, friends, and son. The 22-time Major champion acknowledged that he is already very missed. With two Major victories and a comeback into the top 2, Rafa was the second-best player in 2022, behind Carlos Alcaraz. Let us know who you think is the best player of all time.
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