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Rafael Nadal’s comeback bid hits a brutal snag when he gets injured days into filming a new documentary — but that setback becomes the heart of the story. The director, known for Beyoncé projects, builds deep trust with Nadal’s team, even interviewing family members for the first time. What emerges isn’t just a comeback tale, but a raw look at Nadal’s obsession with competition, his body’s toll from decades of pain, and the rituals that masked his anxiety. We hear him speak in Catalan, revealing his humor and humanity — and learn how his uncle Toni forged his mental toughness through punishing discipline. Now retired, Nadal’s found peace in business, no longer driven by the court — but the film proves his legacy is etched deeper than any trophy.

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