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Rafa Nadal Academy to open new tennis center in Lombok by 2028
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The Rafa Nadal Academy is expanding into Southeast Asia with a new tennis center scheduled to open in Lombok, Indonesia, at the beginning of 2028. Located within the Samara Lombok complex, 25 minutes from the island's international airport, the facility will feature eight courts: four for tennis and four for paddle tennis. It will offer programs for all ages and skill levels, utilizing the training methodology developed by Rafael Nadal and his team. Maribel Nadal, deputy director of the Academy and Rafa Nadal's sister, highlighted Lombok's international potential and expressed excitement about bringing their methodology and passion for the sport to new generations and families worldwide. This new center will mark the Rafa Nadal Academy's presence in nine countries, including existing facilities in Spain, Mexico, Greece, Hong Kong, and the Dominican Republic.
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