{"id":57252,"date":"2025-06-20T02:31:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T02:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=57252"},"modified":"2025-06-20T02:31:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T02:31:32","slug":"rafael-nadals-wife-has-revealed-the-s3x-of-her-baby-and-announced-that-the-family-will-be-saying-goodbye-to-their-loved-ones-and-returning-to-their-native-mallorca-with-a-new-focus-on-reshap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=57252","title":{"rendered":"Rafael Nadal\u2019s wife has revealed the s3x of her baby and ANNOUNCED that the family will be saying goodbye to their loved ones and returning to their native Mallorca, with a new focus on reshaping their career there and REVEALING the expected date of birth of their second child\u2026.Leaving the tennis world excited and looking forward\u2026."},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 dir=\"ltr\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Rafael Nadal and Mery Perell\u00f3\u2019s Heartfelt Baby Gender Reveal Sparks Global Excitement as They Announce Mallorca Return<\/h1>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In a moment that has set hearts racing across the tennis world, Rafael Nadal and his wife, Mery Perell\u00f3, have shared a deeply personal and joyous update: the gender of their second child and their plans to return to their beloved hometown of Mallorca. During an emotional interview on June 18, 2025, Mery revealed, \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to welcome a baby girl in August, who will complete our family\u2019s new chapter.\u201d The announcement, coupled with the couple\u2019s decision to bid farewell to their current life and relocate to Mallorca to launch a new business venture, has ignited a wave of excitement among fans. This bold move signals a transformative phase for the Nadal family, as the tennis legend shifts his focus from the court to family and entrepreneurial ambitions, leaving the world eagerly awaiting their next steps.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\">\n<div id=\"div-ub_banner_300x250\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.77ne.com\/storage\/062025\/15f0a8f003f749f28f10bd743365247b.jpeg\" width=\"780\" \/><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, retired from professional tennis in November 2024 after an illustrious career that included 14 French Open titles and an unmatched 112-4 record at Roland Garros. Now, at 39, Nadal is embracing a new role as a devoted family man and entrepreneur. Mery, 36, who has been by his side for nearly two decades, stole the spotlight with her heartfelt revelation about their soon-to-be-born daughter, due in August 2025. \u201cOur little girl will bring new light to our lives,\u201d Mery said, her voice trembling with emotion. \u201cWe\u2019re returning to Mallorca to build a future for her and Rafa Jr., rooted in our home and values.\u201d The announcement, shared via a touching Instagram post by @rafaelnadal, garnered over 50,000 likes within hours, with fans flooding the comments with messages like, \u201cA baby girl for Rafa? Mallorca\u2019s about to get even more magical!\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-11\"><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.77ne.com\/storage\/062025\/19a418c8ab024be38c7493c9e394dd4c.jpg\" width=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2\">\n<div id=\"div_ub_300x250_1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The couple\u2019s decision to return to Mallorca, where they met as teenagers and married in 2019, marks a poignant homecoming. Their first child, Rafael Jr., born on October 8, 2022, already shares his father\u2019s love for tennis, often seen clutching a miniature Babolat racket at tournaments. However, Mery\u2019s announcement hinted at a broader vision for their family\u2019s future. The Nadals plan to open a lifestyle store in Manacor, focusing on sustainable products and sports-inspired merchandise, alongside establishing a company to expand the Rafa Nadal Academy\u2019s global reach. \u201cMallorca is our heart,\u201d Mery declared. \u201cWe want to create something lasting here\u2014a legacy for our children.\u201d This venture, reportedly backed by significant investments, aims to blend Nadal\u2019s athletic ethos with the couple\u2019s commitment to community and sustainability.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-12\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.77ne.com\/storage\/062025\/7c527535b5574483a4644030b141079c.jpg\" width=\"780\" \/><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The gender reveal, unexpectedly disclosed by Mery during a local Mallorca TV appearance, contrasted with earlier reports from Nadal\u2019s uncle, Toni, who inadvertently suggested the baby might be a boy. Mery\u2019s correction, delivered with a radiant smile, dispelled rumors and added a layer of intimacy to the announcement. \u201cWe laughed when we heard the boy rumors,\u201d she said. \u201cOur daughter will be here soon, and we can\u2019t wait to meet her.\u201d The expected birth in August aligns with Mallorca\u2019s vibrant summer season, and sources close to the couple say they\u2019ve already begun preparing a nursery in their Porto Cristo home, where they live near Manacor.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\">\n<div id=\"div_ub_300x250_2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.77ne.com\/storage\/062025\/1190e79767dc4489aed7c778acbaa381.jpg\" width=\"780\" \/><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The tennis world has erupted with enthusiasm, with figures like Roger Federer and Serena Williams sending congratulations via X. Federer posted, \u201cA girl for Rafa and Mery? What a beautiful journey ahead!\u201d while fans speculated about the baby\u2019s potential future in tennis, with one user joking, \u201cFuture French Open champ in the making!\u201d The Nadals\u2019 return to Mallorca has also sparked local pride, with\u00a0<em>Diario de Mallorca<\/em>\u00a0reporting that the couple\u2019s store could boost tourism and create jobs. The project reflects Nadal\u2019s post-retirement focus on giving back, a sentiment he echoed at his 2025 French Open farewell: \u201cFamily is everything to me.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-13\"><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.77ne.com\/storage\/062025\/275d38e4db864984b95cd5724ca41a22.jpg\" width=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\">\n<div id=\"div_ub_banner_3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Mery\u2019s pregnancy, described as smoother than her first, which faced complications in 2022, has brought relief and joy to the family. As they prepare to welcome their daughter, the Nadals are saying goodbye to their current commitments abroad, including Rafael\u2019s ambassadorial roles, to focus on their Mallorcan roots. The store, set to open in early 2026, will feature eco-friendly apparel and Nadal-branded gear, while their company aims to mentor young athletes worldwide. \u201cThis is our dream\u2014to build a future that inspires,\u201d Mery said, her words resonating with fans who see the couple as role models.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-14\"><\/div>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">As the tennis world celebrates this milestone, the Nadals\u2019 story continues to captivate. Their daughter\u2019s arrival in August 2025 promises to mark the beginning of a new era, one where Rafael Nadal, the King of Clay, trades his racket for a legacy of family, community, and innovation in Mallorca. 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