Rafael Nadal’s Special Visit to Jeddah at the ATP Next Gen Finals
The tennis world lit up as the 39-year-old legend arrived in Jeddah for the Next Gen ATP Finals. Nadal was greeted warmly by fans, taking time for photos and conversations in a heartfelt meet-and-greet that showed just how much his presence still means to the sport.
The one. The only.
Welcome to Jeddah, @RafaelNadal 👋#NextGenATPFinals pic.twitter.com/MWNhN5ALs6
— Next Gen ATP Finals (@nextgenfinals) December 19, 2025
Rafael Nadal guiding the next generation at the ATP Finals
As an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation, the 22-time Grand Slam champion is in the city to support the tour’s under-20 showcase and inspire the future stars of tennis. And this won’t be his only interaction. The eventual Next Gen ATP Finals winner — either Learner Tien or Alexander Blockx — will receive a special visit from Nadal after the final, a moment any young player would dream of.
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Beyond the spotlight, Nadal also spent Saturday afternoon hosting a tennis clinic for Saudi Arabia’s Special Olympics team and local children, sharing his experience, passion, and love for the game. For the second year in a row, Rafa is back for the business end of the Next Gen ATP Finals, watching closely as the next generation rises — a true icon keeping an eye on the future 😎
