Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has been appointed to the board of directors at Real Madrid, the Spanish football club announced on Wednesday. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, a lifelong supporter of the club, takes on an advisory role within the organization's governance structure.
Nadal, who retired from professional tennis in November 2024, has maintained close ties with Real Madrid throughout his career. The appointment formalizes his relationship with the 15-time European champions, where he will contribute to strategic decisions alongside club president Florentino Pérez and other board members.
The move represents a rare crossover between two of Spain's most iconic sporting institutions. Nadal's inclusion brings global sporting prestige and commercial appeal to the board, while allowing the Mallorcan to remain involved in elite sport administration following his playing career.
