When a Fan Kissed Rafael Nadal on Court After His Win

Rafael Nadal was kissed by an unsuspecting fan who invaded the tennis court during the US Open 2009.

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This incident specifically took place during the US Open Round of 16 after Nadal beat Gaël Monfils to reach the Quarterfinals.

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Nadal was going back to his chair having removed his shirt when the male fan ran over, put his arms around the former world No1 and planted a kiss on his cheek.

The security guards took the man away while Rafael Nadal was standing and smiling

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Rafael Nadal lost in the Semi-Finals which paved the way for Juan Martin Del Porto to win the US Open 2009 against Roger Federer.

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Rafael Nadal is currently ranked 5 in the ATP rankings.

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He recently won the Australian Open 2022 by defeating Daniil Medvedev

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Rafael Nadal, also known as the king of clay would be looking forward to establishing his dominance in the French Open 2022.

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