German Resident in Manacor Convicted of Stalking Rafael Nadal's Sister

Court confirms: Repeated harassment and no-contact orders

A case that sparked conversations in Manacor at the bakery and on the Plaza: a 37-year-old German resident has recently been convicted of harassing Rafael Nadal's sister for weeks. The verdict came in an expedited proceeding—the defendant admitted the allegations.

What exactly happened?

According to court testimony, the man repeatedly entered the grounds of the tennis academy where the woman works as a senior employee without any apparent reason. He allegedly pretended to be a player, attempted to gain access to events, and tried to get near her. He also reportedly called and sent messages late at night—sometimes at 3:00 a.m., sometimes at 11:30 a.m., according to witnesses.

The judge sentenced four months in prison, suspended for two years on probation. This included a no-contact order and a requirement not to approach the woman within 200 meters. Violations would revoke the probation and lead to imprisonment.

How did the victim react?

The woman testified in court about how the calls and messages unsettled her. Because she no longer felt safe on her way to work, she was sometimes accompanied by a family member. Such accompanyings are quickly the talk of the town on an island like Mallorca—people notice when someone suddenly leaves the house with someone.

Not an isolated incident?

During the proceedings, there were indications of earlier harassment of other women in the community. The court considered these reports in determining the sentence. The neighborhood speaks softly of warning signs that should have been noticed earlier.

Many in Manacor are now breathing a sigh of relief: the presence of a well-known sports venue and its staff creates responsibility, according to residents. At the same time, the mood remains tense—workplace safety measures and concrete help for victims have since been a topic in discussions with authorities.

I stood yesterday afternoon on the Plaza and heard two elderly women discussing how important it is that incidents be taken seriously. Something as personal as fear cannot be simply brushed off—and cases like this show that the justice system can respond when there is evidence.

The conviction does not mean all questions are answered. But it sets clear boundaries: no contact, minimum distance, probation conditions. For victims and residents it is a small step toward safety—and a reminder to stay vigilant.