Rafa's level of play wasn't that good. He'll be out in the next couple of rounds, but what is encouraging is that he was engaged. But losing serve twice when serving for the set and match in a not-so-competitive match? Maybe there was a little improvement but the players ranked in the 40's will run him ragged. He's going to have to train hard for the 2016 season if he wants to have a chance. The ? is, does he want it enough to do that?
agreed.
I remain worried.
my biggest worry is that he is going to get hurt and that will be the end.
I don't know why he is doing this. this is not rocket science.
he cant beat these guys with his current game and his remedial fitness.
I don't know why he cant train 7-8 hours a day. you break that into 2 long workouts.
what is the point in losing to these unknown players when he owned winning records against all of the top 30 players.
why go to battle unprepared.