A Rafael Nadal Game-Used & Signed Custom Nike Tennis Shirt. 2014 ATP Sony Ericsson Open. Miami, FL.

A Rafael Nadal Game-Used & Signed Custom Nike Tennis Shirt from the 2014 Sony Ericsson Open in Miami, FL.  This garment was a part of Rafa’s original equipment and was worn on-court during match play at the 2014 ATP Sony Ericsson Open in Miami, FL.  The shirt has been signed by Rafa to the front in permanent black marker.  This shirt has been provided directly by The Rafael Nadal Foundation.  Please refer to the provided photographs where you can see the original FedEx label from Spain with Rafa’s partner’s name as the sender.  (This label will not be included as it contains some personal information).

Upon close inspection, you will come to find the following signs of use throughout this garment:  No significant markings can be found, which is normal for a garment worn on hard courts.  There is a significant snag in the fabric running up the right front of the body (please see photos).  Overall, the garment shows normal light signs of use.  The signature is a bold, clear example.

Please take a moment to review the authentication notes provided, as well as the provided photographs.

1.  No size label is present.  This garment has been custom tailored to Rafa’s exact body measurements and preferences.  Only a Nike swoosh appears in the neckline where a size label would appear on retail versions. 

2.  “Custom Athlete” label to inner neckline.

3.  CUSTM code to smaller inner label.

4.  Nike swoosh thermally applied to chest.

5.  Rafa bull logo to right sleeve.  Thermally applied.

6.  Ventilation pattern to back.

7.  Appropriate Nike identifiers throughout.

8.  Additional details apply.

An absolutely breathtaking Rafael Nadal example coming directly from The Rafael Nadal Foundation!