Babolat By Rafa’s Side Since 1995 – A Unique Story That Lives On

Babolat By Rafa’s Side Since 1995 – A Unique Story That Lives On

Since the age of 9, Babolat has been by Rafa Nadal’s side accompanying him on every step of his extraordinary journey. Together, they’ve built a story of passion, resilience, and triumph. Over nearly three decades, Rafa has reached incredible heights: 92 titles, including 22 Grand Slam victories (14 Roland-Garros, 2 Wimbledon, 4 US Open, and 2 Australian Open), 36 Masters 1000 titles, and two Olympic gold medals. These are more than just numbers; they represent the spirit of a player whose dedication and excellence have forever shaped tennis.

Rafa’s journey with Babolat began with the Pure Drive, the racquet that first introduced him to the world stage. But as his game evolved—marked by powerful groundstrokes and his iconic topspin forehand that drove opponents far behind the baseline—it became clear that a new kind of racquet was needed. In 2003, Babolat answered that challenge with the creation of the Pure Aero, a revolutionary innovation designed to enhance Rafa’s spin-heavy shots and relentless style of play. This racquet has become a symbol of his game and a landmark in Babolat’s legacy of innovation.

“Rafa has been part of the Babolat family since he was 9 years old. Our relationship with him is more than just a partnership—it’s a story of trust and shared success,” says Eric Babolat, CEO of Babolat. “We have always been there to support him on and off the court, and we will continue to stand by his side in whatever adventures lie ahead.”

Today, the range of products bearing Rafa’s name (including the Babolat Pure Aero Rafa and Babolat RPM Blast) is available in stores and will continue to be. But beyond these products, Rafa represents core values that Babolat holds dear: commitment, perseverance, and the constant pursuit of excellence. He remains—and will always be—an iconic ambassador for the brand.

OVER 25 YEARS OF COLLABORATION BETWEEN RAFA & BABOLAT 

• 125 Bags, always carried on his right shoulder!
• 1,250 Pure Aero Rafa Racquets, not even one broken!
• 16,500 m of Babolat VS Original Overgrip, every grip applied by Rafa himself!
• 300 km of Babolat RPM Blast Strings, 12,600 times the length of a tennis court!
• 56,250 minutes to expertly customize his Racquets, 490 times the flight duration from Paris to Manacor

RAFA’S 92 TITLES SO FAR

22 Grand Slams

• Roland-Garros: 14
• Wimbledon: 2
• US Open: 4
• Australian Open: 2

36 Masters 1000

• Indian Wells: 3
• Miami: 3
• Monte-Carlo: 11
• Madrid: 5
• Rome: 10
• Canada: 3
• Cincinnati: 0
• Shanghai: 1

21 ATP 500

• Acapulco: 3
• Barcelone: 12
• Hambourg: 3
• Vienne: 1
• Bâle: 1
• Dubaï: 1

2 ATP 250

• Chennai: 1
• Doha: 1

2 Gold medals at the Olympics

• Pekin: 2008 (single)
• Rio: 2016 (Double with Marc López)