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Qatar Tribune
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Amir arrives in Seville
QNA Seville His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani arrived in Seville on Sunday, in a visit to the Kingdom of Spain, at the invitation of HM King Felipe VI of Spain and HM Queen Letizia. The visit comes in response to an invitation from HM King Felipe VI and HM Queen Letizia to attend a dinner banquet held in honour of the heads of states and governments participating in the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), organised by the United Nations in the city of Sevilla. An official delegation is accompanying HH the Amir.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
King of Spain makes Rafael Nadal a marquess... a prestigious title that will also be passed down to the tennis star's two-year-old son
Spain 's King has made tennis star Rafael Nadal a marquess as he bestowed the first noble titles of his reign on Thursday. The former Spanish number one's new title as the 1st Marquess of Llevant de Mallorca will eventually be passed down to his two-year-old son Rafael Jr. Nadal, 39, was joined by swimmer Teresa Perales and singer Luz Casal who also received titles from King Felipe VI. He has won 22 Grand Slam singles tennis titles and was granted the Prince of Asturias Award for Sports in 2008. 'Their respective careers are exponents of excellence, whether in the service of the Crown or in the field of thought, culture, science, arts and sport,' the royal household said. Only one of the six new titles holds the distinction of grandee - the highest rank. It was bestowed upon Jaime Alfonsín, who was King Felipe's right- hand man for nearly 30 years. Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales was give the hereditary title of Marchioness of Perales, which will be passed down to her only son Mariano Menor Jr. The ceremony came as celebrations were wrapping up to mark 10 years since Felipe took the throne. No other Spanish kings have ever taken as long as Felipe VI to grant titles of nobility. His father, Juan Carlos, granted 55 noble titles, with the first going to dictator Francisco Franco's widow Carmen Polo, who became Duchess of Franco and Lady of Meirás, Grandee of Spain. That title and four others were revoked by the government as part of a law to remove symbols of the dictatorship. Vicente del Bosque was also made a marquis by Juan Carlos after he led Spain to victory in the 2010 World Cup. Until now, King Felipe had only confirmed the succession of more than 2,600 existing titles. He also revoked his sister Infanta Cristina's title of the Duchy of Palma just a week before his first anniversary as head of state. It was part of his efforts to restore the Crown's reputation and distance it from corruption scandals after Cristina was accused of being an accessory to tax fraud committed by her husband.
The Advertiser
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Arise, noble Rafa, the Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca
Spain's King Felipe VI has granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess. Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Other given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world No.1 Nadal, at 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was also honoured last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Court Philippe Chatrier. Spain's King Felipe VI has granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess. Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Other given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world No.1 Nadal, at 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was also honoured last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Court Philippe Chatrier. Spain's King Felipe VI has granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess. Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Other given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world No.1 Nadal, at 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was also honoured last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Court Philippe Chatrier. Spain's King Felipe VI has granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess. Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Other given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world No.1 Nadal, at 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was also honoured last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Court Philippe Chatrier.
RNZ News
19-06-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Spain's king makes Rafa Nadal a marquis
Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal Photo: AFP Spain's King Felipe VI on Thursday (local time) granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess, according to a royal household statement. Nadal, a 22-times Grand Slam champion who retired last year , was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Others given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world number one Nadal, 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was commemorated last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Centre Court. - Reuters
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Arise, noble Rafa, the Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca
Spain's King Felipe VI has granted tennis great Rafa Nadal the noble title of marquis, recognising his contribution to the nation through sporting prowess. Nadal, the 22-time grand slam champion who retired last year, was among six individuals honoured as part of celebrations marking the monarch's 10th anniversary on the throne. Other given such titles included pop-rock singer Luz Casal and Paralympic swimmer Teresa Perales. "They are a source of pride for Spain and a permanent reference point for values that should inspire our society," the palace said. Former world No.1 Nadal, at 39, will hold the title Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca, the island where he was born and lives. The title can be inherited by his descendants. Nadal, who won the French Open a record 14 times, was also honoured last month at Roland Garros with a permanent footprint on the Court Philippe Chatrier.
