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Rafael Nadal and Xisca Perelló Welcome Their Second Child

Just days after officially closing the chapter on his legendary tennis career, Rafael Nadal has opened a beautiful new one off the court. The 22-time Grand Slam champion and his longtime love, Maria Francisca “Xisca” Perelló, have welcomed their second child.

The couple, who began dating as teenagers in their native Mallorca, tied the knot in 2019 and became first-time parents in 2022 with the birth of their son, also named Rafael. The arrival of their second child marks a joyful milestone in what has already been an emotional year for the Spanish icon.

Nadal announced his retirement earlier this summer, citing the physical toll of nearly two decades at the top of men’s tennis. While the news was met with global tributes, it was clear that Rafa was looking ahead—with family at the center of his next chapter. Known for his humility and devotion to home, the 38-year-old has often credited Xisca as his anchor throughout the highs and challenges of his career.

Though details about the newborn—such as name, gender, and birth date—remain private, the couple’s joy was evident in a heartfelt social media post. “Gracias,” Rafa wrote simply, alongside a photo of the family, his arm gently around Xisca.

From teenage sweethearts to lifelong partners, their journey has always stayed rooted in Mallorca’s quiet shores, far from the roar of tennis crowds. Now, as he steps fully into life after tennis, one thing is certain: Rafa’s greatest victories may no longer be on clay, but in the moments he shares behind closed doors, as a husband and father.