Madrid – Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has been appointed as a new board member of Real Madrid football club,
The Board of Directors of Real Madrid met today, Wednesday, November 4, and agreed to submit to the General Assembly of Delegate Members the ratification of the appointment of Rafael Nadal Parera as a new member of the Board of Directors.
“Rafael Nadal, honorary member of Real Madrid, is one of the greatest legends in sports history and one of the most admired and recognized Spanish athletes worldwide,” Real Madrid said in a statement.
“For Real Madrid and for all madridistas, it is an immense honor that a figure of his sporting and human stature, a reference in Spanish and global sports, joins our Board of Directors and contributes, from this role, to the present and future of our club.”
Nadal has an extraordinary record, boasting 92 individual titles, including 22 Grand Slams, two Olympic gold medals, five Davis Cups with Spain, and the number one spot in the world rankings.
With such achievements, Nadal has had a legendary sports career.
“However, his persona represents much more than his achievements: his talent, his continuous drive for improvement, his capacity for sacrifice, his competitiveness, his humility, his respect for rivals and teammates, and his solidarity make him an example both on and off the court,” Real Madrid stated.
“All these values are part of Real Madrid’s identity, and Rafael Nadal has represented and upheld them throughout his sporting life, becoming a role model for millions of people around the world.”
Meanwhile, Real Madrid will look to maintain their good form, six straight wins in all competitions, when they play AEK Athens later today, Wednesday, 4 November 2026, in their UEFA Champions League clash.
