Rafa Nadal takes new role in Spain's National Olympic Committee

Rafael Nadal will join Spain's National Olympic Committee (NOC) Assembly as an athletes' representative.

His appointment was confirmed following the re-election of Alejandro Blanco as president of the Spanish NOC.

Nadal joins the Assembly alongside canoeing national team coach Miguel García. Other Olympic medallists continue as Assembly members, including Olympic champions Ruth Beitia, David Cal and Joan Llaneras.

Nadal retired from professional tennis in 2024, following his participation at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and the Davis Cup final.

Over more than two decades, the Spanish legend won two Olympic gold medals (singles in Beijing 2008 and doubles in Rio 2016), and won 103 ATP titles (92 in singles, 11 in doubles), including 22 Grand Slam.

His legacy at the French Open is unmatched, with 14 titles, 112 match wins, and only four losses. He also had the honour of participating in the Torch Relay during the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, held at the Eiffel Tower.

On Sunday 25 May, Nadal was honoured at Roland Garros in recognition of his historic contributions to the tournament.

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