Nadal Tribute T-Shirts Resold After French Open

Commemorative 'Merci Rafa' T-shirts, given free to 15,000 attendees during Rafael Nadal's tribute at Roland Garros on May 25, 2025, were quickly listed for resale at prices up to 500 euros, prompting criticism from both French Open organizers and fans. The shirts collectively spelled out '14 RG, Rafa' in the stands, honoring Nadal's record 14 French Open titles. Most attendees wore the shirts during the emotional ceremony, which featured appearances by Nadal's rivals and fellow champions including Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, Carlos Alcaraz, and Iga Swiatek. French Tennis Federation President Gilles Moretton called the resale 'a shame' but said reclaiming the shirts was not feasible. The incident sparked widespread disappointment, with many lamenting the commercialization of a sentimental event. Organizers attributed the high resale values to the shirts' uniqueness and Nadal's exceptional legacy at Roland Garros.