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Rafael Nadal Joins Real Madrid Hierarchy as Board Member

Rafael Nadal Joins Real Madrid Hierarchy as Board Member
World Sports · 04:20:41 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has accepted an offer to join Real Madrid's hierarchy, the Spanish football club announced. The 22-time Grand Slam champion will take on a role within the club's board, marking a significant crossover between tennis and football.

Nadal, a lifelong Real Madrid supporter, has frequently attended matches at the Santiago Bernabéu. His appointment adds a high-profile sporting figure to the club's leadership structure.

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