Real Madrid have appointed Rafael Nadal to the club's board of directors. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, a lifelong fan of the Spanish giants, accepted the executive role with great excitement, expressing his desire to learn and contribute. The club expressed immense pride in welcoming the tennis legend, highlighting how his values of humility, sacrifice, and competitiveness align perfectly with Real Madrid's identity.
Nadal, who retired from professional tennis in 2024, shared a childhood photo of himself in a Real Madrid kit on social media. He previously denied rumors of a presidential candidacy earlier in 2026. Real Madrid praised Nadal as a benchmark of Spanish and world sport, stating his appointment reflects the club's commitment to honoring figures who embody its core principles both on and off the court.
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