Rafa | Official Trailer | Netflix

Not everything behind a legend is visible on the court.

RAFA, the new Netflix documentary series on Rafael Nadal, premieres on May 29 and offers an unprecedented look into the life of one of sport's all-time greats. Across four episodes, it follows his journey from childhood to his final ATP Tour season in 2024, featuring exclusive, never-before-seen footage and close access to his inner circle.

Beyond the trophies and victories, RAFA explores the human side of his career: the relentless effort, the physical and emotional strain, and the ongoing battle with his own limits. With contributions from figures such as Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and John McEnroe, as well as from his family and team, the series paints a distinctive portrait of his legacy both on and off the court. The docuseries premieres May 29th, exclusively on Netflix.

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Premieres May 29, only on Netflix

What defines great champions is not only how they win.

It is their ability to endure one more ball.

RAFA offers unprecedented access to one of the most admired athletes of all time, revealing not only the moments that defined his career, but also the unseen effort that sustained a champion for more than two decades.

Across four episodes, the series follows Nadal and the team that stood by his side throughout the years, revealing the level of dedication, sacrifice, and resilience required to remain at the top. From his historic victories at Roland Garros to the rivalry that defined a generation of tennis alongside Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, RAFA revisits the defining moments of his career while revealing the man behind the legend: the pain, the constant pressure, and the determination to keep moving forward even when his body seemed unable to continue.

"With Rafa's story, triumph is expected; what surprised me was his willingness to reveal the uncertainty and vulnerability behind that greatness," said Zach Heinzerling, Director and Executive Producer.

ABOUT RAFA

RAFA retraces Nadal's remarkable journey with cinematic scope, combining testimonies from those who know him best - on and off the court - with unseen moments that reveal what lies behind the legend. From his beginnings at just three years old to his return to competition in 2024, the documentary not only shows the evolution of a champion, but also the physical and emotional toll that has shaped his path, as he faces time and again Nadal's most constant rival: his own body. RAFA spotlights a candid and vulnerable superstar, and each episode goes beyond tennis to explore the life, story, and legacy of an unparalleled icon.

DIRECTOR: Zachary Heinzerling (Stolen Youth, Cutie and the Boxer, McCartney 3,2,1)

PRODUCERS: David Ellison, Jesse Sisgold, Jason Reed, and Jon Weinbach for Skydance Sports