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OFFICIAL: Real Madrid announce tennis legend Rafa Nadal as a member of the Board of Directors

In a surprising turn of events, Real Madrid have announced tennis legend Rafa Nadal as a member of the club’s Board of Directors. Per Realmadrid.comThe Board of Directors of Real Madrid C.F., meeting today, Wednesday, November 4, has agreed to…

By Lucas Navarrete · Managing Madrid

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 11:50 AM

Key Things to Know

Real Madrid announced tennis icon Rafael Nadal as a new member of the club's Board of Directors.
Nadal's appointment will be submitted for official ratification to the General Assembly of Representative Members.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion holds club membership number 67,778 and is an honorary member.

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Real Madrid have officially announced the appointment of tennis legend Rafael Nadal to the club's Board of Directors. The club confirmed on Wednesday, November 4, that the proposal to appoint member number 67,778 will be submitted to the General Assembly of Representative Members for final ratification.

Nadal, who is an honorary member of Real Madrid, brings an illustrious sporting background that includes 22 Grand Slam titles, 92 individual trophies, and two Olympic gold medals. The club highlighted his competitive spirit, humility, and alignment with Madridista values as key assets for the organization's present and future.

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OFFICIAL: Real Madrid announce tennis legend Rafa Nadal as a member of the Board of Directors

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