Tennis legend Rafael Nadal and Woman Mery Welcome Second Child, Baby Miquel

Rafael Nadal and Mery Perelló welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Miquel, born 7 August in Palma, Mallorca. Rafael Nadal becomes a father for the second time. (Reuters) Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal and his wife Mery Perelló welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Miquel. The baby was born on August 7 at Quirónsalud Palmaplanas Hospital in Palma, Mallorca. Rafael Nadal welcomes 2nd child the couple, who already has a young boy named Rafa, said they were doing well. This new arrival brings joy to the Nadal family, especially as the name of the baby has a poignant meaning. According to Europe Press, the name Miquel was chosen as a special tribute to Mery’s late father, who unfortunately passed away in April 2023 at the age of 63. The gesture honors his memory and has a great personal interest for the family. This happy event comes shortly after Nadal officially retired from professional tennis in November 2024. Nadal won his remarkable career with 22 Grand Slam titles and 92 ATP singles. With his playing days behind him, he focuses more on family life and new personal businesses. More about the couple Nadal’s relationship with Mery (whose full name is Maria Francisca Perelló) began in 2005 after he was proposed by his sister. The couple dated 14 years before they married in October 2019 during a private ceremony in Mallorca. Mery has a degree in business management and currently works as the project director of the Rafael Nadal Foundation, which supports education and development programs for young people.