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Like Learner Tien, Rafael Nadal is back for the business end of the Next Gen ATP Finals for the second year running.
As an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation, the 39-year-old, 22-time Grand Slam champion is in Jeddah to support the tour's 20-and-under showcase.
Rafa watches over the next generation 😎#NextGenATPFinals pic.twitter.com/UnLTbI9gqy
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) December 19, 2025
According to a press release, Nadal spent Saturday afternoon hosting a tennis clinic for Saudi Arabia’s Special Olympics team and other children. A meet-and-greet with fans followed.
Rafa Nadal in jeddah with a fan ♥️ pic.twitter.com/74yGcHPCJS
— a (@11A1993A) December 20, 2025
That won't be the only meet-and-greet Nadal will conduct, as the winner of the Next Gen ATP Finals—Tien or Alexander Blockx—will receive a visit from Rafa afterward.
No pressure.
🖥️📲 Stream Tien vs. Blockx on the Tennis Channel App!
The one. The only.
— Next Gen ATP Finals (@nextgenfinals) December 19, 2025
Welcome to Jeddah, @RafaelNadal 👋#NextGenATPFinals pic.twitter.com/MWNhN5ALs6
