Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer built a rivalry—and a friendship—for the ages. For two decades, they battled on the biggest stages of professional tennis. Federer retired in 2022. Nadal followed last year. Yet they remain, for many, the ultimate GOAT pairing. Off the court, their lives have shifted to new milestones. Still, news about one always brings up the other. For their devoted fanbase, Roger and Rafa will always share the same sentence.

On August 9, Rafael welcomed his second child—a son named Miquel—with his wife, Maria Francisca Perello. The happy update came via X, posted by Olly Tennis: “🇪🇸🥰 Rafael Nadal and his wife welcomed their second child – another boy – on August 7th! 👏👶 He is named Miquel – after Mery’s father, who passed away in 2023.” Rafa’s family is now up by

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