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so rafa will play on hardcourt and 5 weeks later on clayat his last event at malaga?
octobrina10
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The Davis Cup final will be played on an indoor hard court.
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ElChivoEspañol
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My biggest regret is that I got into tennis at the end of 2016 and discovered Rafa by watching old YouTube videos of him that same year. From that moment forward, I experienced sensations I could never have imagined while watching sports. Rafa takes you on a ride with him during his most difficult matches, and you suffer alongside him. When he loses, you feel as though you were personally defeated on that court alongside him. And when he pulls through and wins, you feel like it was your triumph as well. Whenever an athlete can evoke that kind of emotion, he is special beyond any conventional metric. He becomes an experience, a true source of inspiration; he becomes eternal.
Thank you, Rafa. Gracias por todo.
Thank you, Rafa. Gracias por todo.
JustMy2Cents
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@octobrina10 the tweets do show up embedded for viewers when we change x to twitter, though when we click post they seem to disappear!
here for eg... footie skills
video with kids
Melzer: A simple thank you doesn’t cut it! You have been such a role model for young kids! It has been a privilege to play in your era! I wish you nothing but happiness for your new chapter @rafaelnadal
Moya on Rafa... see the whole thread
here for eg... footie skills
video with kids
Melzer: A simple thank you doesn’t cut it! You have been such a role model for young kids! It has been a privilege to play in your era! I wish you nothing but happiness for your new chapter @rafaelnadal
Moya on Rafa... see the whole thread
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 15, 2024The 2nd day of practice
Rafa practiced with Ammar Alhogbani (aka Alhaqbani, Al-Haqbani), a Saudi Arabian tennis player, who was born in Saudi Arabia (1998), but moved to the USA with his family, when he was 2 years old:
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Ammar’s sister Yara is Saudi Arabia's first female pro tennis player (she was born and raised in the USA, but plays tennis for Saudi Arabia.) She trained at Rafa’s academy in Mallorca in 2023 and met with Rafa, when he visited Riyadh in December 2023).
The girl holding a racquet and wearing a Nike cap is Yara Alhogbani (pictured in Saudi Arabia on 10 December 2023):
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JustMy2Cents
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today's practice
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
In an interview with Al Arabiya, Rafa says that he has been a big Real Madrid fan since he was a kid: “Real Madrid was [still is] my team, of cource [RCD] Mallorca, too”:
Vamos Rafa!
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octobrina10
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The TTW staff fixed the problem.
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From Anantapur Sports Academy to Rafa
The Nadal Educational & Tennis School (NETS) in India is part of Anantapur Sports Academy founded by the Vicente Ferrer Foundation in 2002. V.Ferrer was a Spanish missionary, who lived in India. He died in 2009, but his wife still lives in Anantapur and is the president of his foundation.
The Anantapur Sports Academy website: "The Rural Development Trust [aka the Vicente Ferrer Foundation] established the Tennis program in partnership with Rafa Nadal Foundation in 2010, with a focus on the education and holistic development of young children."
Rafa inaugurated his school for underprivileged kids in October 2010. The school was then called Educational & Sports School, its current name is Nadal Educational Tennis School. NETS has offered tennis, computer and English classes to more than 2500 boys and girls. The school has been funded by Rafa’s foundation.
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 17, 2024Semifinal
After the match, Rafa gave one of his rackets to Brazilian pro footballer Neymar, who plays for Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal. Rafa and Neymar have known each other since the latter played for FC Barcelona.
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: “Nadal gives the legend Neymar the racket” (Translated via Google):
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: “The moment Nadal gave the racket to the legend Neymar” (Translated via Google):
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: ”The legend Neymar with the racket that Nadal gave him” (Translated via Google):
Neymar signs his jersey during the 2015 Barcelona Open:
PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal meets Neymar in Barcelona - Rafael Nadal Fans
After beating Nicolas Almagro in his opener at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell on Wednesday, Rafael Nadal met Brazilian football star Neymar, who was accompanied by teammates Sergi Roberto and Pedro. Source: Barcelona Open, Photos: Getty Images
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messiahrobins
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The whole exhibition revolves around Rafa, he literally is being treated like Elvis Presley used to be.The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 17, 2024
Semifinal
After the match, Rafa gave one of his rackets to Brazilian pro footballer Neymar, who plays for Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal. Rafa and Neymar have known each other since the latter played for FC Barcelona.
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: “Nadal gives the legend Neymar the racket” (Translated via Google):
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: “The moment Nadal gave the racket to the legend Neymar” (Translated via Google):
Team Neymar’s tweet reads: ”The legend Neymar with the racket that Nadal gave him” (Translated via Google):
Neymar signs his jersey during the 2015 Barcelona Open:
PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal meets Neymar in Barcelona - Rafael Nadal Fans
After beating Nicolas Almagro in his opener at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell on Wednesday, Rafael Nadal met Brazilian football star Neymar, who was accompanied by teammates Sergi Roberto and Pedro. Source: Barcelona Open, Photos: Getty Images
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JustMy2Cents
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Junior
Uncle Toni commentating match on Dazn: Rafa Jr likes to play tennis, fútbol, and golf!”
interview
wrt to @octobrina10 post above about Neymar, his little son is a huge fan of Rafa... see the kid's reaction here when Rafa sent him a message
Nine-year-old Lucca was among a smattering of high-profile fans, alongside the likes of FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta and players like Pedri Gonzalez, Riqui Puig and Francisco Trincao, who were in attendance at the Pista Rafa Nadal to catch one of his matches live.
However, owing to the restrictions to ensure player safety in pandemic times, the young fan couldn’t meet his idol and 11-time Barcelona champion in person.
Later, when Nadal got to know of it, he decided to spring a surprise on young Lucca by sending him a video message.
As the 13-time French Open champion appeared on the video saying, “Davi Lucca, how are you?”, the nine-year-old’s jaw dropped in stunned amazement.
Nadal continued, “I heard that you came to watch one of my matches recently. I’m sorry that I wasn’t able to greet you, but with the virus around it was impossible. Hopefully, when this is all over, you can come back and we can meet properly some day. Sending a big kiss.”
Though he has come face-to-face with some of his other idols like Argentinian soccer great Lionel Messi and Spain defender Gerard Pique, young Lucca had to pinch himself to believe that Nadal was on a video addressing him.
After the chat, the nine-year-old excitedly told his mother, “Mum I’m so happy! He spoke to me…Nadal!”
Uncle Toni commentating match on Dazn: Rafa Jr likes to play tennis, fútbol, and golf!”
interview
wrt to @octobrina10 post above about Neymar, his little son is a huge fan of Rafa... see the kid's reaction here when Rafa sent him a message
Nine-year-old Lucca was among a smattering of high-profile fans, alongside the likes of FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta and players like Pedri Gonzalez, Riqui Puig and Francisco Trincao, who were in attendance at the Pista Rafa Nadal to catch one of his matches live.
However, owing to the restrictions to ensure player safety in pandemic times, the young fan couldn’t meet his idol and 11-time Barcelona champion in person.
Later, when Nadal got to know of it, he decided to spring a surprise on young Lucca by sending him a video message.
As the 13-time French Open champion appeared on the video saying, “Davi Lucca, how are you?”, the nine-year-old’s jaw dropped in stunned amazement.
Nadal continued, “I heard that you came to watch one of my matches recently. I’m sorry that I wasn’t able to greet you, but with the virus around it was impossible. Hopefully, when this is all over, you can come back and we can meet properly some day. Sending a big kiss.”
Though he has come face-to-face with some of his other idols like Argentinian soccer great Lionel Messi and Spain defender Gerard Pique, young Lucca had to pinch himself to believe that Nadal was on a video addressing him.
After the chat, the nine-year-old excitedly told his mother, “Mum I’m so happy! He spoke to me…Nadal!”
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JustMy2Cents
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Rafa chants
footie fun
old magic with the familiar Arab commie's [Adel Alshatti]commentary... Rafa chant as well
Junior
footie fun
old magic with the familiar Arab commie's [Adel Alshatti]commentary... Rafa chant as well
Junior
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JustMy2Cents
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Toni's picks
this is the guy who makes amazing Rafa videos on youtube [once even Rafa thanked him saying the videos are exceptional watch but sadly a whole bunch had to be taken down because of copyright issues on youtube]
**Just In: Netflix Releases Documentary on Legendary Rafael Nadal for 2024, Exploring His Iconic Tennis Career and Life Off the Court**
Netflix has officially announced the release of a highly anticipated documentary on tennis icon Rafael Nadal, set to premiere in 2024. Titled *”Rafael Nadal: The Heart of a Champion,”* the documentary will provide an intimate and comprehensive look at the remarkable career of the 22-time Grand Slam winner and his enduring legacy both on and off the court.
The documentary will chronicle Nadal’s journey from his humble beginnings in Mallorca to becoming one of the greatest tennis players in history. With in-depth interviews featuring Nadal, his family, coaches, and tennis legends, the film will dive into his career-defining moments—such as his record-breaking 14 French Open titles, epic rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, and his relentless work ethic that has made him a symbol of resilience in the sport.
this is the guy who makes amazing Rafa videos on youtube [once even Rafa thanked him saying the videos are exceptional watch but sadly a whole bunch had to be taken down because of copyright issues on youtube]
Netflix Releases Documentary on Legendary Rafael Nadal For 2024 On….
**Just In: Netflix Releases Documentary on Legendary Rafael Nadal for 2024, Exploring His Iconic Tennis Career and Life Off the Court**
Netflix has officially announced the release of a highly anticipated documentary on tennis icon Rafael Nadal, set to premiere in 2024. Titled *”Rafael Nadal: The Heart of a Champion,”* the documentary will provide an intimate and comprehensive look at the remarkable career of the 22-time Grand Slam winner and his enduring legacy both on and off the court.
The documentary will chronicle Nadal’s journey from his humble beginnings in Mallorca to becoming one of the greatest tennis players in history. With in-depth interviews featuring Nadal, his family, coaches, and tennis legends, the film will dive into his career-defining moments—such as his record-breaking 14 French Open titles, epic rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, and his relentless work ethic that has made him a symbol of resilience in the sport.
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JustMy2Cents
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post match interview
he talks of exhos ... even in China, that's great we'll get to see him
Fav Rafa memory from Ajla, Danill, Raz, Sabalenka
he talks of exhos ... even in China, that's great we'll get to see him
Fav Rafa memory from Ajla, Danill, Raz, Sabalenka
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octobrina10
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From Ronaldo Nazario to Rafa
Brazilian former pro footballer Ronaldo Nazario’s Instagram post below reads (posted on 11 Oct.): “Rafa, you are a real phenomenon on and off the court. Your 22 GS and 14 Roland Garros titles speak not only about your talent but also your heart, your tireless fight and the example you have set to the world. Seeing you succeed has always been a source of pride, and calling you my friend - an honor. Thank you for everything you represent, iconic figure!” (Translated from Spanish via Google.) Click the forward icon on the side to see all pictures:
Ronaldo on Instagram: "Rafa, ¡eres un verdadero fenómeno, dentro y fuera de la cancha! Tus 22 Grand Slams y 14 Roland Garros no solo hablan de tu talento, sino de tu corazón, tu lucha incansable y el ejemplo que das al mundo. Verte triunfar siempre h
656K likes, 1,853 comments - ronaldo on October 10, 2024: "Rafa, ¡eres un verdadero fenómeno, dentro y fuera de la cancha! Tus 22 Grand Slams y 14 Roland Garros no solo hablan de tu talento, sino de tu corazón, tu lucha incansable y el ejemplo que das al mundo. Verte triunfar siempre ha sido un...
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Rafa and R.Nazario have known each other since the latter played for FC Barcelona, i.e. he was a teammate of Rafa's uncle Miguel Angel Nadal. Rafa has said that Nazario is a better player than both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo (Source: Republicworld.com, Dec.21, 2020.), and Nazario is a Rafa fan:
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 17, 2024Semifinal
A few pictures & a video of Junior and his mom watching his dad play:
Screenshots
It's bedtime for Junior, he sleeps in the stroller; his mom is listening to his dad’s post-match on-court interview:
Screenshot
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JustMy2Cents
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Rafa downing the clowns
Rafa with Junior in his arms [Mery and her mom nearby] [in the bigger video Octo has posted above, we can see Mery and Jr watching Rafa and co ]
Rafa dancing...lol
Djo noticing Rafa is with Jr in the crowd and not with them and making rafa join them
Rafa with Junior in his arms [Mery and her mom nearby] [in the bigger video Octo has posted above, we can see Mery and Jr watching Rafa and co ]
Rafa dancing...lol
Djo noticing Rafa is with Jr in the crowd and not with them and making rafa join them
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JustMy2Cents
Hall of Fame
RAFA AURA:
Rafa the only KING! Alcaraz's reaction when everyone in the press conference got up to take autographs from Rafa
and Raz gets it:
Alcaraz: "Everybody wanted Rafa to win. They were chanting, 'Rafa, Rafa!' It's normal. What he did in his career, many people started watching tennis because of him. I will try to do the same, attract new tennis fans thanks to my matches."
Carlos watching from the background when Rafa is getting mobbed
Rafa the only KING! Alcaraz's reaction when everyone in the press conference got up to take autographs from Rafa
and Raz gets it:
Alcaraz: "Everybody wanted Rafa to win. They were chanting, 'Rafa, Rafa!' It's normal. What he did in his career, many people started watching tennis because of him. I will try to do the same, attract new tennis fans thanks to my matches."
Carlos watching from the background when Rafa is getting mobbed
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octobrina10
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Magnified:
TURKISH ALASHIKHS aka Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Sheikh is a Saudi Arabian adviser at the Royal Court under the rank of Minister and the current Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority. As chairman of the GEA, Alalshikh is credited with leading significant developments in Saudi Arabia, including contributions to sports and cultural arenas.
Al-Sheikh is also Chairman of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Federation (ISSF) … In 2019, he became the owner of Spanish football club Almería. Al-Sheikh is also a poet and writer. (Source: Wikipedia)
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Beulah Jesus
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Watching Rafa and Djokovic play today was really nice. I was sad but also happy to see him play. People love him and were really cheering him on, and even though Djokovic won, the crowd was there to wish Rafa all the best in his future endeavors.
That gold racket was such a beautiful gesture at the end.
That gold racket was such a beautiful gesture at the end.
JustMy2Cents
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on court interview
Baby Rafa
Baby Rafa
octobrina10
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 19, 2024Rafa was presented with the golden tennis racket by Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Sheikh, a Saudi Arabian adviser at the Royal Court under the rank of Minister and the current Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.
A nice gift!
Vamos Rafa!
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JustMy2Cents
Hall of Fame
octobrina10
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From Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Sheikh, the man who presented Rafa with the golden racket:
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JustMy2Cents
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during their 1st Us Open final, Nadal went to comfort Djokovic before the ceremony. Only a camera from Sky Sport caught that moment in video, I've never seen a single photo of that moment
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 19, 2024A couple of screenshots taken during the trophy ceremony and match:
A closer look at Rafa’s golden racket:
Screenshot via rafastefbaes
Rafa promoted his product line during the match.
The black bottle in the picture below is an item from the NDL Pro-Health product line of the joint venture Cantabria Lab and Rafa formed last year to create this new product line. The launch ceremony of the product line took place in Madrid last October. Cantabria Labs is his & his academy’s sponsor, but at the same time, he is an investor in the joint venture.
Screenshot via rafastefbaes
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zakopinjo
Professional
A small tribute to the career of Rafael Nadal at the end of the show "24 minuta sa Zoranom Kesicem" (one of the most popular presenters in Serbia, if not the most popular)
"Ladies and gentlemen, that's all for tonight and that's all from the magnificent career of "The Bull of Mallorca", Rafael Nadal. This men, who annoyed us so much, tormented both us and Novak, but also delighted us with his game, hung the racket on the wedge, and we have hours and hours in our memories, and I think when everything is added up, whole days and even weeks of watching him hit the ball, and the worst "How does he manage to reach everyone, come on lose more!", yes, is a million times we have thought and exclaimed. The clay king finally no longer has to work more than enough. Vamos Rafa, to new victories in life!"
"Ladies and gentlemen, that's all for tonight and that's all from the magnificent career of "The Bull of Mallorca", Rafael Nadal. This men, who annoyed us so much, tormented both us and Novak, but also delighted us with his game, hung the racket on the wedge, and we have hours and hours in our memories, and I think when everything is added up, whole days and even weeks of watching him hit the ball, and the worst "How does he manage to reach everyone, come on lose more!", yes, is a million times we have thought and exclaimed. The clay king finally no longer has to work more than enough. Vamos Rafa, to new victories in life!"
JustMy2Cents
Hall of Fame
Rafa on life after tennis and on Junior 'we are lucky'
Shelton on Rafa: Rafa and Roger have carried tennis for years, Shown everyone how to behave on and off the court, how to win with class and be a graceful champion, they were great ambassadors of the sport
this is pretty good
Shelton on Rafa: Rafa and Roger have carried tennis for years, Shown everyone how to behave on and off the court, how to win with class and be a graceful champion, they were great ambassadors of the sport
this is pretty good
octobrina10
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Nadallica86 tweeted an excerpt from Rafa's interview he gave to DAZN (a British live sports streaming service available in over 200 countries globally).
Here is the full interview:
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ChaelAZ
G.O.A.T.
Seeing a lot of behind the scenes and outside of play Nadal lately, he really looks to be living his best life and happily resolved to retire. I am sure there is still fire and desire to compete, so I wonder where that will manifest beyond golf, but he seems very sure and good with his place in tennis history and in the world of sports overall.
So many accolades abound, and some amazing stats I'd missed as well.
So many accolades abound, and some amazing stats I'd missed as well.
octobrina10
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Rafa gifted his signed racket and shirt to the Saudi Tennis Federation’s Public Relations & Social Media officer, Adel Alqarni:
Rafa is pictured with Adel Alqarni:
Adel Alqarni on Instagram: "Dear Rafael Nadal, As a young kid I started watching tennis when you and Roger Federer were dominating the ATP tour players back in 2007. You were the rival of my favourite Roger and whenever you beat him it was very pai
132 likes, 16 comments - adel_alqarni199 on October 15, 2024: "Dear Rafael Nadal, As a young kid I started watching tennis when you and Roger Federer were dominating the ATP tour players back in 2007. You were the rival of my favourite Roger and whenever you beat him it was very painful...
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octobrina10
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The Six Kings Slam, an Exhibition Tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
This picture was taken last week:
TURKISH ALASHIKHS aka Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Sheikh (pictured with Rafa) is a Saudi Arabian adviser at the Royal Court under the rank of Minister and the current Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority. As chairman of the GEA, Alalshikh is credited with leading significant developments in Saudi Arabia, including contributions to sports and cultural arenas.
Al-Sheikh is also Chairman of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Federation (ISSF) … In 2019, he became the owner of Spanish football club Almería. Al-Sheikh is also a poet and writer. (Source: Wikipedia)
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