In Pictures: Naomi Osaka, Elina Svitolina join hosts of tennis players, including Iga Swiatek, in attending El Clasico as Real Madrid hosts Barcelona

Tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Elina Svitolina were among the tennis players who showed up to watch the El Clasico between two Spanish giants, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Real Madrid faced their arch-rivals FC Barcelona at the newly built Santiago Bernabeu on Monday, April 22. Considered one of the biggest sporting events on the planet, El Clasico did not disappoint, as Real Madrid beat FC Barcelona 3-2 in a thrilling clash.

Many tennis players including Naomi Osaka and Elina Svitolina were present to experience this footballing extravaganza. The Japanese Tennis star Naomi Osaka shared the photos as she attended the El Clasico and even received a customized jersey from the 35-time La Liga winners.

On her Instagram, Osaka posted pictures of her receiving the customized jersey from Real Madrid's goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois.

She captioned the post:

"Hala Madrid! thank you @thibautcourtois"

Elina Svitolina, who had also attended the match, shared updates on her Instagram. The Ukrainian shared videos and photos of the newly built stadium on her Instagram stories.

Via Svitolina's Instagram story

The World No. 1 Iga Swiatek also marked her presence for the game ahead of the 2024 Madrid Open. Enjoying the game with her physiotherapist Maciej Ryszczuk, Swiatek also posted pictures and a video, showing the celebrations after Real Madrid scored the match-winning goal.

The match was heading for a 2-2 draw before Jude Bellingham's winner in the stoppage time helped Real Madrid clinch a win, extending their lead to nine points over Barcelona in the La Liga points table.

Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Carlos Alcaraz attend the epic clash between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid

Rafael Nadal(L) and Novak Djokovic(R) all smiles during the 2022 Laver Cup

Three of the biggest names in the tennis world, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz attended the match between Barcelona and Real Madrid.

A passionate Real Madrid fan, Nadal watched on and enjoyed his team beating their historic rivals in a close contest. He was accompanied by his sister Maribel, and father Sebastian.

The Spaniard was spotted celebrating Bellingham's winning goal for Real Madrid. Here you can watch the clip -

Despite his withdrawal from the 2024 Madrid Open, Novak Djokovic traveled to the Spanish capital and enjoyed the blockbuster encounter between the two Spanish giants.

The 24-time Grand Slam winner was joined by Tom Brady and Alex Gracia as the trio was presented customized jerseys by Real Madrid.

Carlos Alcaraz, who will look to defend the Madrid Open in a few days, also attended the game, as he saw his favorite club clinch a last-gasp win in a thrilling encounter.