Rafael Nadal’s father Sebastian gazes in admiration at son’s iconic Roland Garros statue in emotional scenes ahead of French Open campaign
Rafael Nadal’s father Sebastian was captured by cameras looking on in admiration and pride at his son’s iconic statue at Roland Garros. For the 14-time French Open champion, this year’s edition of the claycourt Major will likely mark his last Roland Garros outing.

Blair Henley, one of the most prominent names in tennis media, took to social media to share the emotional moment. Henley’s post also featured a caption that read:

“Papa Nadal is just like us. Watching him come out to admire his son’s statue – that I assume he’s seen many times before – hit me in the feels. What a legacy.”