In 2005, Rafael Nadal established himself as the new world tennis force. At 19, Spanish reveals a rare intensity on beaten ground, a surface that will become its territory. His season is marked by a series of victories and impressive regularity against the best players on the circuit.
The climax occurs at Roland-Garros. For his first participation, Nadal won the tournament with only one set. In the final, on June 6, 2005, he beat Argentinian Mariano Puerta in four sleeves (6-7 (6), 6-3, 6-1, 7-5). This title is his first trophy of the Grand Slam.
This success goes beyond one-off performance. It marks the beginning of a lasting domination on the Parisian beaten ground and establishes Nadal as one of the leading figures in world sport. His powerful game, heavy lift and combativeness become his signature.
The triumph of 2005 opened a new era. He laid the foundation for an exceptional record and confirmed the emergence of a champion to mark the history of tennis in the long term.
