Rafael Nadal has established himself in the hearts of the Spanish people. Moreover, Spaniards have a deep love for tennis and football, as 12 years earlier, this time around, marked one of the most delightful times in their history. Spain won FIFA World Cup against the Netherlands, and it was all the more memorable due to Nadal’s magnificent achievement that year.
Rafa, an ardent football fan, was present with his family and cheered for the team. Later on, he enjoyed the celebrations as well.
Rafael Nadal went gaga at Spain’s 2010 FIFA World Cup victory
2010 was a year of utter joy for the Spanish people. Spain defeated the Netherlands in the finals of the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. This was an astounding achievement for the European nation as it was yet to reach the quarter-finals.
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(@rafael_nadal_by_hippo)It was the country’s first time in the finals and they made sure to not let the opportunity to get out of their hand. Rafael Nadal, an enthusiastic football fan and was also present in the crowd, cheering for his country. The tennis star rejoiced in the victory of his country and also celebrated along with the football team.
He did not miss the opportunity to savor the feeling of the trophy and clicked pictures with the players including Sergio Ramos and Iker Casillas.
2010- A memorable year for Spain
That year is engraved as a very special year for the Spanish people. That year, Spain not only bagged down its first-ever World Cup trophy but also did amazingly well in tennis because of Nadal’s performance. In 2010, Rafa won the Roland Garros, Wimbledon as well as the US Open. The achievements of the players swelled the chests of the Spaniards.
The glory of the ‘King of Clay’ still thrives. With the highest amount of grand slam titles in men’s tennis at the moment. However, an abdominal injury led to the withdrawal of Nadal ahead of the semi-finals at the Wimbledon Championships.
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Even then, the player’s resilience is worth commending, and we hope to see him back on the court soon.
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