It was a major setback for tennis lovers when Rafael Nadal announced his retirement from the sport after the Davis Cup final in November. The 22-time Grand Slam winner announced this on Thursday.

“I am retiring from professional tennis. The reality is that it has been a difficult few years, especially the last two,” Nadal said in a video on social media. Over the course of his illustrious career, Nadal has earned a whopping $135 million in prize money. The tennis champion also charges high fees for his appearances at events and promotions.

How much does Rafael Nadal earn?

Rafael Nadal has earned around $23 million from endorsements. According to Forbes, he has minted around $135 million in prize money since 2001. The legendary tennis player's estimated net worth is $225 million ( ₹1,889.5 crore), according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Rafael Nadal investments

Rafael Nadal earns money from his personal sports brand. The tennis player sells sportswear, accessories and other items under his brand, which is inspired by his tennis nickname “The Raging Bull.”

Rafal Nadal Academy

Another important investment of the tennis player is the Rafal Nadal Academy in Mallorca. Founded in 2016, the academy is led by Nadal, who trains young tennis players and spends most of his time there.

Nadal's collaboration in the hospitality industry

Rafael Nadal also has a partnership with Melia Hotels. The hotel chain is mainly based in Mexico and Mallorca. The hotel's main highlights are its luxurious experience, including sailing in the Mediterranean, beach dining, beach bar, etc., reported website Hola! According to the website, Nadal is also involved in various restaurant ventures in collaboration with Mabel Hospitality Group.

Rafael Nadal's cars

Rafael Nadal's expensive car collection includes Aston Martin DBS, Ferrari 458 Italia, Mercedes Benz AMG SL55, Kia EV6 GT, Kia Stinger, etc.