5 reasons why tennis is better when Rafael Nadal is fit

Rafael Nadal is a beast in every sense of the word. The Spaniard has been an unfortunate victim of several injuries over the years, but somehow manages to defy all odds to keep standing on the tennis court.The crowd loves him, the players respect him, and the sport needs him. A fit Rafael Nadal can cause mayhem on the court. His non-stop aggression makes him one of the toughest players to face.Even if certain players can match his talent, it is a much overwhelming task to maintain that level for five straight sets. Nadal will zap the opponent’s energy by making them play that one extra shot in every point.All things, no matter how good or bad, have to come to an end. But for now, tennis needs Nadal to stay fit and healthy.

#1 Exceptional reach and shots

If there is one thing Nadal’s opponents don’t need to study further, is Nadal’s ability to reach almost every part of the court and return the ball. His style of play might be a crucial factor leading to his injuries, but it is exactly that style of play which has won him 14 Grand Slam titles.

You can envision Nadal running from side to side, seemingly out of the point but somehow manage to hit an ‘out of this world’ running forehand that grazes the baseline for a winner. Very few people can manage to pull off such shots; even fewer are able to consistently make them.