Commenting on the initiative, tennis legend and mentor Rafael Nadal said, "I've always believed in the transformative power of sport"

The different colours spelt out the message '14 RG, Rafa', referencing Rafael Nadal's record 14 French Open titles.

Rafael Nadal said on Sunday he "doesn't miss tennis much" after retiring from the sport last year as a 22-time Grand Slam champion.

Rafael Nadal last won the title in 2022 and played his final match on the Paris clay last year when he was defeated by Alexander Zverev in the first round.

Rafael Nadal dominated the French Open since winning the title on his debut in 2005, boasting an astonishing 112-4 record.

Rafael Nadal retired from the sport after his final match at the Davis Cup in Malaga in November last year.

Rafael Nadal will be honoured at this year's French Open in recognition of his remarkable legacy and achievements at Roland Garros.

Rafael Nadal had his swansong in November during the Davis Cup and bowed out with 22 Grand Slam titles, including a record 14 French Open singles titles.

Young Spanish tennis sensation paid tribute to compatriot and legend Rafael Nadal, who bowed out of professional tennis following Davis Cup quarterfinal tie against Netherlands

Rafael Nadal, whose career ended on Tuesday when Spain were knocked out of the Davis Cup, was the "King of Clay"