A Babolat racket used by Rafael Nadal during his 2017 French Open-winning final was sold at a Prestige Memorabilia auction for $157,333.20 including buyer's premium on Sunday, the most ever paid for a tennis racket.

Rafael Nadal Sends Message After French Open Final originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is the most accomplished man in Roland Garros history, and the "King of Clay" stamped the 2025 French Open men's singles final with a lasting message.

Alcaraz, who celebrated his 22nd birthday on May 5th, successfully defended his French Open title and he is now a two-time winner at Roland Garros. He also completed back-to-back Wimbledon triumphant runs in 2023 and 2024, while his maiden Major title came at the 2022 US Open.