“Nadal’s 2007 French Open Final Racquet Fetches Staggering Price in Auction”
In a recent online auction that concluded on Monday, Rafael Nadal’s tennis racket, which he wielded during the 2007 French Open final, fetched an impressive sum of $118,206. The sale commemorates Nadal’s remarkable victory at Roland Garros that year, where, at just 21 years old, he clinched his third consecutive French Open title. In the…
In a recent online auction that concluded on Monday, Rafael Nadal’s tennis racket, which he wielded during the 2007 French Open final, fetched an impressive sum of $118,206. The sale commemorates Nadal’s remarkable victory at Roland Garros that year, where, at just 21 years old, he clinched his third consecutive French Open title. In the final, Nadal triumphed over Roger Federer with a scoreline of 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4.
Notably, Nadal boasted an impeccable record of six straight-set wins leading up to the final, maintaining an undefeated streak of 21-0 at Roland Garros after the 2007 tournament. The auctioned racket holds historical significance as it witnessed not only the thrilling final clash but also some of Nadal’s earlier matches in the competition.
Looking ahead, Nadal, a 14-time French Open champion, faced a setback in 2023 when he had to withdraw from Roland Garros due to a hip injury that led to surgery. Despite the adversity, he made a successful comeback in the first week of 2024 in Brisbane, securing two straight-set victories. Unfortunately, Nadal encountered a minor setback with a “micro” muscle tear, forcing him to miss the Australian Open.
Undeterred, Nadal maintains a positive outlook, emphasizing his commitment to reaching his peak performance level. He highlighted encouraging signs during his return in Brisbane and is set to resume action at the ATP 250 event in Doha starting on February 19. With a keen eye on the clay season, Nadal’s ultimate priority is to arrive at the French Open in optimal condition, aiming to reclaim his best form on the tennis court.