Rafael Nadal Will Play in Tennis Exhibition in Las Vegas, 1st U.S. Event Since 2024 Retirement

Rafael Nadal is back. For an exhibition.

The tennis legend will participate in February's "MGM Slam presented by Capital One" at T-Mobile Arena, per the Associated Press , his first return to the court since he retired in Nov. 2024.

"I remember how impressive it was to feel the energy of a full arena in a city like Las Vegas," Nadal said. "Now I return in a different stage of my life, without the pressure of the tour but with the same passion for this sport. I have always loved competing, and even if my professional career is finished, that feeling never really goes away."

The 40-year-old is one of the most decorated players in history, with 92 singles titles on the ATP Tour, 22 Grand Slam titles—including a record 14 triumphs at the French Open—and two gold medals.