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Rafael Nadal talks tennis prize money, his hotels, and what sports taught him about business

CNBC · Jun 30, 2026, 5:00 AM

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  • "That's what I did during half of my life, and I know what I like the most," he told CNBC.
  • The brand opened its first hotel, ZEL Mallorca, in 2023.

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Tania Bryer CNBC Meets Rafael Nadal talks tennis prize money, his hotels, and what sports taught him about business Published Tue, Jun 30 20261:00 AM EDTSawdah Bhaimiya WATCH LIVEKey Points Rafael Nadal has just opened his fourth Zel Hotels property in Fuerteventura.He's expanding his post-tennis business interests across hospitality, education and sports. Nadal tells CNBC he wants to build a legacy outside tennis after retiring in November 2024.Rafael Nadal interview with Tania Bryer for CNBC Meets.CNBCRafael Nadal says he spent most of his tennis career living out of hotels.

"That's what I did during half of my life, and I know what I like the most," he told CNBC. So opening his own felt natural.

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