The French Sans Rafa

The red clay’s staining all the socks, But Rafa’s aren’t there And yet, his fourteen titles Still remain beyond compare. Most years he gets to celebrate His birthday at the French. Today, though, he’s not on the court Or even on the bench. Perhaps his little surgery Will fix him up like new So all his fans (like me!) can watch Him do what he can do. To Rafael Nadal, I wish A happy birthday day And a quick recovery so you Can get back out and play.