Rafael Nadal, the cocky Spaniard who recently the Wimbledon trophy, is probably celebrating his win with his girlfriend of three years - Maria Francisca “Xisca” Perello. Only, you’re not going to see it. The two have kept an extremely low profile, with Rafael going so far as to claim he’s single in public. He’s also reportedly banned his girlfriend from attending his matches, citing her as a “distraction.” Uh oh. More on the lovebirds, after the jump:

In a story full of butterflies and ponies farting rainbows, Nadal and “Xisca,” a 20-year-old college student, met through his sister, Isabel. Xisca is quite close to the entire Nadal family - particularly with Rafael’s grandmother. Everyone, together now: Awww!

Apparently, being Rafael’s “secret girlfriend” is not a problem for Xisca, who prefers to remain out of the limelight, unlike some people.

What do you think? Is Rafael protecting his girlfriend from the harsh glare of the spotlight? Or does the fact that she doesn’t fit into his carefully constructed image of a playboy reason for her to dump his ass? Arrive to your conclusions as you watch this incredibly cheesy video of the two lovebirds:

Maria Francisca “Xisca” Perello: Rafael Nadal’s Girlfriend [Right Pundits]
Rafa Nadal, sorprendido junto a su novia, Xisca [20minutos]