He plays with heart, speed and finesse. He's not overpowering. He is the ultimate of picking his spots. This is a blog written by my own knowledge and no stats currently.
Bjorn Borg, Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer.
These are the current 4 that I put in a league of their own. Arthur Ashe being of the utmost important to the sport.
Here's what my question is, all the titles, accolades, sponsorship. Where will Rafael Nadal fit in to the conversation? He's won every slam. Battled Rog In every match. Has had 3 matches of the century. The king of hard court. He doesn't get the respect he deserves.
He plays on clay, clay wears out his joints. He's fatigued and to be honest, I think the best days are behind him. He may have just set the record for FO wins and bounces.
He got beat in straight sets at Wimbledon in the first round for the first time ever. He was nothing but humble. He knew he lost. He knew he was defeated in this match. This was different, I feel like something was different. He's a great player.
He should be In the conversation for one of the greatest. He won't be. But Rafael is his own player and a player unlike anyone who has played before him. He's dynamic.
Quick blurb wrapped up.
Regards,
Devon.
