Rafael Nadal: ‘One thing would not have happened without…’
Rafael Nadal debuted on the Tour twenty years ago. Two decades later, the Spaniard is still among the best players in the world,
working hard to improve and enduring multiple injuries. Two and a half years ago Rafa was asked to build his perfect player.
Rafael Nadal: ‘One thing would not have happened without…’
Nadal mentioned some of his great rivals and some more players who fit into his module thanks to his unique shots or his mental strength.Rafa highlighted the best shots of his great rivals, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The Spaniard also mentioned Dominic Thiem, David Ferrer, Ivo Karlovic and Gael Monfils as an image of his perfect player formed.
Furthermore, he chose himself in the area of determination, saying that he has always given his best despite injuries and setbacks.
“As for the reverse, I have to pick Novak Djokovic. He can defend superbly from that side and attack down the line and across the court, with plenty of options during rallies
Roger can hit his right hand flat or add spin to it; he is a powerful weapon. Ivo Karlovic’s serve is the most powerful opening shot in the game. When Ivo serves well, as it happens in almost every match, the returner cannot create any chance before the tie break.
Five years ago, an 18-year-old Denis Shapovalov stunned Rafael Nadal in the third round in Montreal. The home favorite took down the legend 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in two hours and 45 minutes, becoming the youngest Masters 1000 quarter-finalist.
Recalling the encounter, Shapovalov said it marked his early career and gave him a massive boost. Also, the Canadians are always willing to remind him of this great triumph and discuss it with him every time he plays the Canada Open.
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It was Shapovalov’s second Masters 1000 event, and he battled past the opening two rounds to set Rafael Nadal clash. The youngster delivered bold and aggressive tennis and hit 49 winners and 41 unforced errors.
Rafa could not match those numbers, but he fought well and had a chance to emerge at the top in the decider.
Nadal had six break points in the final set and let 3-0 in the tie break before Shapovalov shifted into a higher gear and brought the victory home. Nadal served at 57%, facing six break chances and giving serve away twice.
Rafael Nadal: ‘One thing would not have happened without…’
Rafael Nadal debuted on the Tour twenty years ago. Two decades later, the Spaniard is still among the best players in the world,
working hard to improve and enduring multiple injuries. Two and a half years ago Rafa was asked to build his perfect player.
Rafael Nadal: ‘One thing would not have happened without…’
Nadal mentioned some of his great rivals and some more players who fit into his module thanks to his unique shots or his mental strength.Rafa highlighted the best shots of his great rivals, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
The Spaniard also mentioned Dominic Thiem, David Ferrer, Ivo Karlovic and Gael Monfils as an image of his perfect player formed.
Furthermore, he chose himself in the area of determination, saying that he has always given his best despite injuries and setbacks.
“As for the reverse, I have to pick Novak Djokovic. He can defend superbly from that side and attack down the line and across the court, with plenty of options during rallies
Roger can hit his right hand flat or add spin to it; he is a powerful weapon. Ivo Karlovic’s serve is the most powerful opening shot in the game. When Ivo serves well, as it happens in almost every match, the returner cannot create any chance before the tie break.
Five years ago, an 18-year-old Denis Shapovalov stunned Rafael Nadal in the third round in Montreal. The home favorite took down the legend 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 in two hours and 45 minutes, becoming the youngest Masters 1000 quarter-finalist.
Recalling the encounter, Shapovalov said it marked his early career and gave him a massive boost. Also, the Canadians are always willing to remind him of this great triumph and discuss it with him every time he plays the Canada Open.
READ MORE:Rafa Nadal twist emerges after Nick engaged in..
It was Shapovalov’s second Masters 1000 event, and he battled past the opening two rounds to set Rafael Nadal clash. The youngster delivered bold and aggressive tennis and hit 49 winners and 41 unforced errors.
Rafa could not match those numbers, but he fought well and had a chance to emerge at the top in the decider.
Nadal had six break points in the final set and let 3-0 in the tie break before Shapovalov shifted into a higher gear and brought the victory home. Nadal served at 57%, facing six break chances and giving serve away twice.
