Majorca has been home to a number of sporting talents through the years. Right now, as the ATP World Tour Finals progress, the island can be proud of its contribution to international tennis in the shape of Majorcan star Rafael Nadal.
The Finals see top tennis players from around the world battle it out for the title. The showdown event will take place between the 22nd and 29th November in London, as the last professional tournament of the men’s season. Players such as Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Majorcan born Rafael Nadal are hot prospects this year.
Rafael Nadal was born in Manacor, in east Majorca. Proving himself to be a talent from an early age, he achieved world number 1 spot in August last year. Nadal is not the only Majorcan to reach the dizzy heights of tennis stardom, either. Former number 1 Carlos Moya was in fact born in Palma de Majorca.
Aspiring tennis stars can sample the same good climate, fresh food and stunning scenery that nutured both Nadal and Moya with a holiday on the Mediterranean isle of Majorca. The island is currently working hard to encourage tourists to its beautiful shores, with Majorca hotels offering great deals across popular locations, from the quiet beach resorts to buzzing Magalluf and the capital city, Palma de Majorca. Deals on all inclusive Majorca hotels for example can be found for as low as £20 per person per night currently. Meanwhile, for those wanting to brush up on their tennis skills, there are plenty of facilities available both at the various resorts and out in the local communities, with all types of player catered for. Whether you prefer to spend your time on the court or by the pool, the life of an island tennis star could be closer than you think. The wide variety of cheap hotels available means you are bound to find something to suit you.
