Rafael Nadal and Richard Gasquet have played each other 18 times on the ATP tour, with Rafa currently leading their H2H 18-0.
Their most recent match was in the third round of the US Open in 2022 where Rafa once again beat Gasquet 6-0, 6-1, 7-5 to make it 18 wins in a row against the Frenchman.
The first Nadal vs Gasquet match was in the second round of the Estoril Open in 2004, which Rafa won in three sets (6-4, 3-6, 6-2).
Nadal vs Gasquet H2H
Rafa and Richard first played each other in 2004 and since then they have played each other a total of 18 times on tour.
Rafael Nadal Wins (18)
| Year | Tournament | ATP Level | Round | Surface | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | US Open | Grand Slam | 3rd Round | Hard | 6-0, 6-1, 7-5 |
| 2021 | Roland Garros | Grand Slam | 2nd Round | Clay | 6-0, 7-5, 6-2 |
| 2018 | Roland Garros | Grand Slam | 3rd Round | Clay | 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 |
| 2017 | Cincinnati | 1000 | 2nd Round | Hard | 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2015 | Basel | 500 | Semifinals | Hard | 6-4, 7-6 |
| 2014 | Beijing | 500 | 1st Round | Hard | 6-4, 6-0 |
| 2013 | Paris Masters | 1000 | Quarterfinals | Hard | 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2013 | US Open | Grand Slam | Semifinals | Hard | 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 |
| 2011 | Davis Cup | Davis Cup | Semifinals | Clay | 6-3, 6-0, 6-1 |
| 2011 | Rome | 1000 | Semifinals | Clay | 7-5, 6-1 |
| 2011 | Monte Carlo Masters | 1000 | 3rd Round | Clay | 6-2, 6-4 |
| 2009 | US Open | Grand Slam | 1st Round | Hard | 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 |
| 2008 | Madrid | 1000 | 3rd Round | Hard | 6-4, 6-2 |
| 2008 | Canada Masters | 1000 | Quarterfinals | Hard | 6-7, 6-2, 6-1 |
| 2007 | Tennis Masters Cup | Year End Finals | RR | Hard | 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2005 | Roland Garros | Grand Slam | 3rd Round | Clay | 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 |
| 2005 | Monte Carlo Masters | 1000 | Semifinals | Clay | 6-7, 6-4, 6-3 |
| 2004 | Estoril | 250 | 2nd Round | Clay | 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 |
Richard Gasquet Wins (0)
So far, Richard has failed to register a single ATP Tour win against Rafa with Rafa winning all 18 of their encounters.
Below are highlights from the Gasquet vs Nadal match at the 2022 US Open:
FAQ
Has Richard Gasquet ever beaten Rafael Nadal?
Richard has never beaten Rafa on the main ATP Tour but he did beat him when they were playing in an ATP Challenger Tour event in St. Jean De Luz, France back in 2003. Richard won the match after Rafa retired in the second set (6-2, Retired).
Has Gasquet ever played Nadal in the US Open?
Yes, they played each other at the US Open in 2009, with Rafa winning the match in straight sets 6-2, 6-2, 6-3, and at the 2022 US Open with Rafa again winning in straight sets 6-0, 6-1, 7-5.
Has Gasquet ever come close to beating Nadal on the ATP Tour?
Most of Nadal’s victories over Gasquet have been in straight sets but on four occasions Gasquet managed to take Rafa to three sets (2004 Estoril, 2005 Monte Carlo Masters, 2007 Tennis Masters Cup, and 2008 Canada Masters).
Have they ever played each other in the Davis Cup?
Yes, They played each other in the 2011 Davis Cup Semifinals with Rafa’s straight sets win over Gasquet helping Spain to a 4-1 win over France. Spain would go on to beat Argentina in the final 3-1.
Have they ever played on grass?
They have yet to play each other in a grass court tournament.