On May 29, Netflix premieres Rafa, a four-chapter documentary that delves into the tennis player's life beyond the courts. After an emotional pre-screening in Madrid, attended by friends and figures from sports and culture, the series promises to reveal the moments that forged his legend and his most personal side.
The digital production behind the intimacy of a legend 🎥
To capture Nadal's essence, the production team combined high-definition cameras with subjective recording techniques, achieving shots that simulate the tennis player's own perspective. The editing uses smooth transitions between historical archive and never-before-seen material, while the soundtrack adapts to the moods of each stage. The result is a visual narrative that prioritizes emotion over the technical data of the sport.
Spoiler: yes, he still sweats when he wins 😅
Seeing Rafa in pajamas or arguing with his team is almost as shocking as watching him lose a set. The documentary reveals that, at home, the order of water bottles doesn't matter, but the butter on the bread must be at 22 degrees. Or at least that's how it seems, because Uncle Toni doesn't show up to confirm it. A series for fans who want to know if Rafa snores.