Rafael Nadal recently shared a video of himself at his tennis academy in Greece on Instagram, delighting followers with an unusual and lighthearted post. In the video, Nadal can be seen attempting to cook while feeling at ease and refreshed. Unexpectedly, the Spaniard cooked what appeared to be a seafood soup while donning the chef’s hat. However, there’s a catch that makes many followers worry about their cleanliness.

The moment the post went viral, everyone was talking about Nadal’s strange behavior of returning the wooden spatula he had used to sample the meal to the saucepan. And with that, he gave the pot a good shake, like his life depended on it. But later on, when he was criticizing the lobster dish, Nadal served the people in attendance with a steel spoon and bowl.

Nadal’s lighthearted and carefree side was shown in this post, which could mean that he is entering the last stages of his career, where he is more interested in daily activities. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is taking a much-needed rest and relishing his time off the court following his underwhelming performance at the French Open.

Nevertheless, a lot of people were amused by the article as soon as it was published, and some even pointed out that this small dispute is the largest they could envision Rafael Nadal being a part of.

Rafael Nadal’s “Controversial” Cooking Moment Draws Reaction from Fans

While some fans made lighthearted comments about Rafael Nadal’s culinary prowess, others were impressed by the legend’s capacity to maintain his relatability and groundedness in the face of fame. The overwhelming reaction from fans was favorable, with many praising the uncommon window into Nadal’s private life. Check it out for yourself:

After Rafael Nadal transforms into a chef, his hilarious act in the kitchen leaves the fans in stitches!tweet.com/6FsYFpn1UV

— July 8, 2024, Wide World of Tennis (@tennisfan_dkr)

In spite of the attention generated by his Instagram post, Rafael Nadal has been mostly unnoticed at Wimbledon.His lone noteworthy appearance was in an Andy Murray retirement tribute video, which the Center Court audience enthusiastically applauded.

In contrast to the intense attention he frequently encounters during big events, Nadal is a low-key presence that suggests he is currently concentrating on his personal well-being and future training.

With his beloved Roland Garros serving as his home court, Rafael Nadal is preparing for the Paris Olympics in 2024, where he has a realistic chance of winning on clay.