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Nadal Opens Hotel, Wimbledon Raises Prize Money 20%

7/1/2026

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Nadal Opens Hotel

Tennis champion Rafael Nadal opened his fourth Zel Hotels property in Fuerteventura, Spain.
He retained a 55.1% stake after selling 9% of his academy to GPF Capital for about €94 million.
Wimbledon announced total prize money of £64.2 million for this year, a 20% increase.
Top players called for Grand Slams to allocate 22% of revenue to prize money by 2030.

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Zel Finances Resorts

Zel finances resorts through a co-investment plan with Banca March that lets wealthy clients purchase ownership stakes.
The Zel Cozumel resort will open in Fall 2026, converting an existing Meliá property into a Mediterranean-style lifestyle hotel.
Room rates often exceed USD 500 per night, attracting affluent travelers seeking active wellness experiences.
Experts cite the model as a blueprint for African athletes and recommend partnerships with firms such as Serena Hotels for luxury eco-resorts.

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Nadal Opens Hotel

Tennis champion Rafael Nadal opened his fourth Zel Hotels property in Fuerteventura, Spain.
He retained a 55.1% stake after selling 9% of his academy to GPF Capital for about €94 million.
Wimbledon announced total prize money of £64.2 million for this year, a 20% increase.
Top players called for Grand Slams to allocate 22% of revenue to prize money by 2030.

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