Nadal adds more star power to Saudi sports boom

Nadal adds more star power to Saudi sports boom

The NewsSaudi Arabia may soon welcome another global icon to its booming sports industry. Rafael Nadal — former world No. 1 and 22-time Grand Slam tennis champion — said he’s interested in bringing his tennis academy to the kingdom.Already an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation, Nadal made the comments during a visit to Jeddah where he sent fans into a frenzy attending the Next Gen ATP Finals.Saudi Arabia sees sports as a pillar of its Vi…

Rafael Nadal issues very honest response to critics after taking on Saudi job

Rafael Nadal has responded to critics who called out his decision to become an ambassador for Saudi Arabian tennis.

Rafael Nadal makes brutally honest admission about Saudi Arabia partnership & criticism

Rafael Nadal opened up about his partnership with Saudi Arabia to promote Tennis in that country.

Rafael Nadal Finally Breaks Silence on Backlash Over Controversial Saudi Arabia Move: ‘We Are in a Free World’

“Everywhere you look in Saudi Arabia, you can see growth and progress and I’m excited to be part of that,” Rafael Nadal said in January 2024 after partnering with Saudi Arabia as a brand ambassador of tennis. Ever since this news broke, the former ATP pro and 22-time Grand Slam winner has received heavy backlash from many prominent tennis figures. According to them, he should have avoided striking this deal. But now, the 14-time Roland Garros ch…

“I don’t care that much about criticism if I achieved my goal here”: Rafael Nadal defends Saudi Ambassador role

Rafael Nadal addresses criticism over becoming Saudi Tennis ambassador At the start of 2024, the 22-time Grand Slam champion signed an agreement with the Saudi Tennis Federation, officially becoming its ambassador. Nadal recently attended the Next Gen ATP Finals held in Jeddah. Saudi Arabia continue...

Rafael Nadal 'accepts' criticism for Saudi tennis collab but stands by his decision

Rafael Nadal says he understands why some had issues with him becoming a Saudi tennis ambassador but insists that his decision was sincere as he has nothing but pure intentions with that partnership. At the start of the 2024 Australian Open, it was announced that the record 14-time French Open champion inked a deal with the Saudi Tennis Federation.  Since Nadal is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in tennis history, there was no dou…