“The King of Spain Felipe VI gave the legendary tennis title”, – WRITE: Sport.ua
This is the first case in the eleven years of the reign of King Felipe VI when he hands a similar award.
The official speech of King of Spain stated:
“They are the subject of pride for Spain and the constant standard of values that should inspire our society and are reflected in a speech.”
Thus, Raphael Nadal, who completed his professional career in November last year, received the title of Marquis Levant de Mallorca-the honorary and hereditary noble title in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports and prestige of the country.