WATCH: Rafael Nadal makes heartwarming return to court to mentor young talents in special academy training sessions

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal was recently spotted on the court during a meet and greet with the children of his Rafael Nadal Academy. The star player's 'Rafa Nadal Tennis Academy' is based in his hometown of Mallorca in Spain, which he started back in 2016, and since then he has been providing world-class facilities to tennis prodigies.

The 38-year-old tennis legend was recently seen closely indulging and visiting the facilities to interact with the players enrolled in his academy. The 22-time Grand Slam winner took to social media, where Nadal has been seen observing the players while motivating them.

How have fans reacted to Nadal's interaction with tennis prodigies?

The fans were pleased after watching this video and hailed him for still trying to take the game to the pinnacle of the level despite announcing his retirement. This showcases his support for the young prodigies to aspire to become superstars like him one day. Rafael Nadal took to social media to showcase some glimpses of his interaction with the fans. The kids look ecstatic after meeting and interacting with the legendary player.

"Back on court… Spending nice time with the @rafanadalacademy players ☺️ At the academy we try to make them improve every day both in tennis, studies and personal development. Best of luck in these important months!" Nadal wrote on X.

Watch the video here:

Back on court… Spending nice time with the @rnadalacademy players ☺️

At the academy we try to make them improve every day both in tennis, studies and personal development. Best of luck in these important months! 💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/QjSz9Ry2hz

— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) April 7, 2025

Meanwhile, the legendary player recently made his appearance on Andy Roddick's podcast, where he talked about how he believes in his responsibility to give back to this game that has given him everything. Nadal believes that players like him have a responsibility to help children follow their dreams by giving them opportunities.

"I think people who were lucky enough, like us, to have a good life — to be able to follow our dreams and have opportunities to do what we like — we have a responsibility to give back. That was clear to me from the beginning," he said.

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