Rafael Nadal admits 'it's horrible' in very honest interview about Roger Federer
Rafael Nadal has opened up on one unusual talking point from his tennis career, his fashion sense. The 22-time Major champion was, first and foremost, known for his passion and his fighting spirit. But he was also known for some bold style choices. Nadal burst onto the scene as a tank-top, capri-pant wearing, clay-court master, winning his first French Open title as a teenager. By the end of his career, he’d switched things up and started wearing brightly-coloured tops, often with short shorts. He continued to clean up at Roland Garros, though, lifting 14 trophies on the Parisian clay.
TL;DR
- Rafael Nadal described his early career fashion, including tank tops and capri pants, as 'horrible'.
- He intentionally contrasted his 'wild' style with Roger Federer's more classic and elegant look.
- Nadal preferred the process of seeing clothing materials and colors in real life for later career outfits.
- His colorful headbands, shoes, and shirts from his career are displayed at his academy and museum in Manacor, Mallorca.
- He recently wore a neon shirt with his bull logo at an exhibition event for his academy's 10th anniversary.