Get ready for Rafael Nadal‘s Netflix documentary series, RAFA, which is set to premiere on May 29. The four-part series gives us a closer look at the 39-year-old tennis legend, revealing the moments that defined his career and the unseen effort that made him a champion for over two decades.

RAFA takes us on Rafael Nadal‘s remarkable journey, with a mix of testimonies from those closest to him and unseen moments that show what’s behind the legend. From when he first started playing tennis at three years old to his return to competition in 2024, the documentary shows how Nadal evolved as a champion and the physical and emotional toll it took on him.

The documentary series goes beyond tennis to explore Rafael Nadal‘s life, story, and legacy. It follows Nadal and his team, showing the dedication and sacrifice required to stay at the top. We see his historic victories at Roland Garros and the rivalry with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, which defined a generation of tennis.

Director Zach Heinzerling says, what really surprised him was Rafael Nadal‘s willingness to show the uncertainty and vulnerability behind his greatness. The documentary series RAFA is a candid look at a superstar, and we get to see the pain, pressure, and determination that drive him to keep moving forward.