Behind the titles, the records, and the victories, there is a story that has never been told. Netflix yesterday unveiled the release date, teaser and first-look images of ‘Rafa’, a documentary series about Rafael Nadal, which will premiere on Netflix on May 29.

The series offers never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive access to the tennis champion, his family and his inner circle during Nadal’s final year on the ATP Tour in 2024. Over four episodes, the series provides an intimate and deeply human portrait of one of the greatest legends in sport, a Netflix statement stated.

‘Rafa’ retraces Nadal’s remarkable journey with cinematic scope, combining testimonies from those who know him best — on and off the court — with unseen moments that reveal what lies behind the legend. From his beginnings at just three years old to his return to competition in 2024, the documentary not only shows the evolution of a champion, but also the physical and emotional toll that has shaped his path, as he faces time and again Nadal’s most constant rival: his own body. ‘Rafa’ spotlights a candid and vulnerable superstar, and each episode goes beyond tennis to explore the life, story, and legacy of an unparalleled icon.

The series also features some of the most prominent figures in world tennis, including Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and John McEnroe, as well as testimonies from his team, family, and close circle, offering a comprehensive and unprecedented look at Nadal, his impact on the sport, and his influence beyond competition.

Emmy Award winner and Oscar nominee Zach Heinzerling (‘Stolen Youth’, ‘Cutie’) directs the series, which is produced by David Ellison, Jesse Sisgold, Jason Reed, and Jon Weinbach for Skydance Sports.

Skydance Sports has produced major documentary series for Netflix, including in just this past year the Sports Emmy-nominated America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys’, ‘WWE: Unreal’, and ‘ELWAY’, as well as Emmy and PGA nominated ‘AKA Charlie’.

Skydance Sports is the premium studio within Paramount Sports Entertainment, the division that unifies Paramount’s sports storytelling, gaming, branded and digital content, and experiences under one umbrella.