GALLERY: Rafael Nadal honored by Balearic government for career achievements

Among the ceremony highlights included the presentation of a painting to the 22-time major champion.

By Baseline StaffPublished June 15, 2022

Spain's tennis player Rafael Nadal (R) poses for pictures as he receives a painting from the President of the Balearic Government Francina Armengol during a recognition ceremony for his career at "Consolat de Mar", the Balearic Government's headquarters in Palma de Mallorca, on June 15, 2022. (Photo by JAIME REINA / AFP) (Photo by JAIME REINA/AFP via Getty Images) — © AFP via Getty Images

On Wednesday afternoon in Mallorca, Rafael Nadal’s career successes were celebrated in a special way.

Coming off his record-extending 14th Roland Garros title, Nadal—a native of Manacor—was on hand to be honored by the Balearic Government. During the ceremony, a video highlights package was played and the 22-time major champion was later presented a painting from president Francina Armengol.

Nadal and Armengol each took the podium to address those in attendance as well. A look at the Spaniard’s visit to the chapel of the Consolat de Mar: