Rafael Nadal: The biography of the Greatest Spanish professional tennis player (Athletes)

Compelling is the word that sums up the extraordinary career of Rafael Nadal Parera. The Spanish tennis maestro is one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, renowned for his clay court prowess. Alongside his 14 French Open titles, are the 81 consecutive wins on clay which stand as the longest single-surface win streak in the Open Era. As part of the famed Big Three, alongside Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, Nadal has played a lasting role in shaping men’s tennis thanks to his fearsome left-handed forehand, impressive record in return games, and the number of break points won. This fascinating biography charts his rise from one of the most successful teenagers in ATP Tour history to his multiple successes, including his 2008 Wimbledon victory and the gold won in the men’s singles at the Beijing Olympics.

Format: Paperback

Paperback: 58 Pages

Language: English

3/5
Reviewed By Reviewed By Juliette Foster
“A brief analysis of Rafael Nadal’s domination of tennis and his impact on the game.”