he alone is responsible for what is happening.
he neglected clay for the sake of greed.
there was a large appearance fee waiting for him in Miami.
there was money involved to go to Oregon after he lost early in Indian wells.
and then there was golf and poker and endless other promotional activities.
he knowingly dropped his game and his fitness.
it is no wonder that even his own uncle is saying that Rafa is just making excuses.
nadal neglected clay and he is paying for it.
he had absolutely no business wasting 16 good days after losing early in Indian wells.
he should have left for home the same day and jumped on clay.
now he is short on practice and match play on clay.
how does any top player lose to almagro after leading 3-1 in the decider.