CAMELOT FANTASIES

i just keep waiting for Rafa. the sooner he gets back out there the better.



they say he is hitting backhands again but when i see the videos of his practice sessions all i see is forehands being hit.

Well, Toni says, "---BREAKING NEWS---

Toni Nadal: "Rafa's backhand is at 80%. He will be ready for Astana, Beijing and Shanghai." I just saw this on Facebook, so I hope it's true.

And let me run this by you.

I'm having a change of heart about Nadal and his injuries. For one, they give him the opportunity to rest, but not only that a chance to recharge. I think these injuries will actually prolong his career, rather than stunt it. The missed time may keep him focused and motivated as he could see the time missed as opportunities lost which will feed his hunger instead of thwart it.

The other thing is that Rafa's career, many times seems to mirror Serena's. Both have been off the tour for significant amounts of time due to illnesses and personal tragedies, but rather than being down and out, they both recharge phenomenally and still have a hunger for the game.

They were wrong about Serena too when they questioned her focus, drive, and determination, and I think they're wrong about Rafa too. Rafa is well aware of his place in the sport and the golden opportunity before him. I believe he will go for the record, or die trying. I think this because of the manner in which he is handling life's curveballs. He doesn't seem perturbed at all at this latest setback, but has taken advantage of the time off, continuing to practice, and poised for another comeback, which he has become quite good at.