Known for his fierce battles and 22 Grand Slam titles, Rafael Nadal is a legend on court. But off it, he’s just Rafa, a simple man who adores his family. No one is closer to his heart than his younger sister, Maria Isabel Nadal , fondly known as ‘Maribel.’ He’s fiercely protective of her, and while retirement gives him more time with her, things aren’t exactly smooth sailing for the Nadal family.

Maribel has long been the force behind Rafa’s empire. She runs the marketing and communications at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Manacor. She shapes the branding, manages events, and builds key partnerships. But that polished world of tennis and business turned into the setting of a nightmare. Rafa’s sister found herself at the center of a frightening ordeal.

On Monday, Spanish media revealed M

See Full Page