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Rafael Nadal Makes Comeback at Academy After Year Off

11/20/2025

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Rafael Nadal returned to the tennis court on November 19, 2025, at the Rafa Nadal Academy.
The return marks one year since his retirement.
He practiced with Alexandra Eala, the Filipino player who won a Grand Slam main-draw match.
Eala finished the year ranked No. 50.
Eala plans to build on the momentum with Nadal's guidance.

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Rafael Nadal returned to the tennis court on November 19, 2025, at the Rafa Nadal Academy.
The return marks one year since his retirement.
He practiced with Alexandra Eala, the Filipino player who won a Grand Slam main-draw match.
Eala finished the year ranked No. 50.
Eala plans to build on the momentum with Nadal's guidance.