Spain’s King Felipe VI bestowed the first noble titles of his reign on Thursday (June 19) and his announcement included the naming of Rafael Nadal as Marquess of Llevant de Mallorca.

Nadal was born in Manacor, on the island of Mallorca, Spain. He is the first man to hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, and as a hereditary title, it will pass to his son, Rafael Nadal Jr.

On June 19, 2025, Spain's King Felipe VI named Rafael Nadal the Marqués de Llevant de Mallorca. The Royal family celebrated ...

Asharq Al Awsat Spain's King Felipe VI on Thursday granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognizing his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess, according to a royal ...

Spain's King Felipe VI has honored tennis legend Rafa Nadal with the noble title of marquis for his unparalleled contributions to the nation through sport. Nadal, a celebrated 22-time Grand Slam ...

Nadal, a 22-times Grand Slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations ...

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Here, see all the best photos of the royals who were in attendance, including King Charles, Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, and ...

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Casa Pedro, for its part, has frequently played host to royals, including Spain's current monarch, King Felipe VI. They've much in common but now their rival claims have put them at odds, as Casa ...