Puzzle culture
Why ‘Nadal’ Is the NYT Mini Crossword’s Tennis Star Clue for December 11, 2025
On December 11, 2025, the NYT Mini Crossword featured ‘Tennis star Rafael’ as a clue, prompting solvers to answer ‘Nadal.’ This article dives into why Nadal remains the go-to reference and what it reveals about tennis and pop culture in…