RAFAEL NADAL became a dad for the first time last week, and has now thanked his fans for their well wishes.
Rafael Nadal has assured fans that his wife and son are both doing ‘very well’ after the star became a father for the first time last Saturday. The tennis icon had been silent since it emerged that partner Mery Perello had given birth at a Palma hospital on the island of Mallorca.
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In September, the 21-time Grand Slam champion left the Laver Cup in London early, having teamed up with Roger Federer for the final match of the Swiss maestro’s career. His Twitter account hadn’t been active until September 30, until Thursday night when he broke his silence.
“Hello everyone,” wrote the Spaniard, along with two emojis. “After a few days and many loving messages I just wanted to thank you all! We are very happy and everyone is very well! A big hug.”
And the star, who boasts a following of 15.8 million, soon had floods of congratulatory messages in reply: “Many many congratulations king for the birth of prince,” wrote @HassanTalal23, while @_santillanmx said: “Your Majesty makes a statement after the birth of your Royal Highness of Tennis.”