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Rafael Nadal Joins Real Madrid Board of Directors

Rafael Nadal Joins Real Madrid Board of Directors
World Sports · 23:10:02 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has joined the board of directors of Real Madrid, the Spanish football club confirmed on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

The 22-time Grand Slam champion, a lifelong supporter of the club, will take on an advisory role within the organization.

Real Madrid announced the appointment in a brief statement, citing Nadal's extraordinary sporting career and his deep ties to the club.

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