Discover Inside the Legend, the Rafa Nadal Academy in Manacor, the ZEL Mallorca hotel, and how to plan an unforgettable tennis-inspired day trip from Palma. Rafa Nadal Is More Than a Tennis Legend. He Is Part of Mallorca. What do 22 Grand Slam singles titles, a world-class tennis academy, a remarkable new museum and a Mediterranean hotel brand have in common? Rafael Nadal. And his home island, Mallorca. For millions of tennis fans around the world, Rafa Nadal represents determination, discipline, humility, resilience and an extraordinary ability to compete under pressure. But there is another side to his story. The island where he grew up. The town where his family roots remain. The Mediterranean culture that shaped his identity. And the projects he has developed to share his sporting legacy with future generations. Welcome to Mallorca, Spain — the birthplace of one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Whether you're visiting from New York, Miami, London, Paris or anywhere e...