Birthday Boy Rafa Nadal Advances Into Quarters at French Open

Rafael Nadal celebrated his 27th birthday by advancing to the French Open quarterfinals when he beat Kei Nishikori 6-4, 6-1, 6-3. After the match, Nadal was presented with a huge layered cake decorated with tennis rackets and balls on the court as he celebrated his birthday at Roland Garros for the eighth time. Rafael Nadal’s birthday cake has become a tradition at French Open. Continue reading for his round 4 gallery and additional photos of his birthday treats from 2012 all the way back to 2006. Happy birthday!!!