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Dhanush praises Rafael Nadal’s resilience, calls him his ‘Phoenix’ and GOAT
Updated On: 09 June, 2026 10:52 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Dhanush penned a heartfelt note after watching the Netflix documentary Rafa, reflecting on Rafael Nadal’s struggles with injuries, anxiety and pressure throughout his career. The actor admitted he regretted criticising Nadal during matches and praised the tennis icon’s resilience

Rafael Nadal and Dhanush. Pics/Instagram, Yogen Shah
Dhanush had a fanboy moment after witnessing the Netflix documentary "Rafa", based on the life of former tennis player Rafael Nadal.
In an emotional post on social media, Dhanush revealed that the documentary made him realize what the player went through throughout his journey.
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