By Adrianna Outlaw

Rafael Nadal isn’t defending his US Open title this month, but the world No. 2 is still squaring off against world-class opposition.

The 19-time Grand Slam champion recently hosted Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Manacor.

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Ramos watched Nadal’s practice on the red clay then toured Nadal’s sports museum where he showcased a solid two-handed backhand playing virtual tennis.