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Published: 7th June 2012
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Revelatory memoir from the greatest sportsman in the world today.

 No tennis player since Andre Agassi has captivated the world like Rafael Nadal. He's a rarity in today's sporting arena - a true sportsman who chooses to let his raw talent, dedication and humility define him.

This autobiography, written by Nadal with award-winning journalist John Carlin, includes memorable highlights such as winning the Wimbledon 2008 final in what John McEnroe called, the greatest game of tennis ever played and completing a career Grand Slam after winning the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in 2010.

This book gives Nadal's millions of fans what they've been waiting for - a glimpse behind the racquet to learn what really makes Nadal - an intensely private person who until now has never talked about his personal and family life - tick.

About the Author

Rafael Nadal is a 25 year old professional tennis player and winner of nine grand slam singles titles to date. He is without a doubt one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

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10/1/2013
 
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I would buy this book again

By Jules

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Pros

  • Deserves Multiple Readings
  • Easy To Understand
  • Informative
  • Inspirational
  • Well Written

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    Comments about Rafa:

    Gives great insight into Rafa and all the hard work that has been required for him to get where he is to-day. I loved the book and I love watching him play tennis. He is a wonderful ambassador for the sport.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Rafa: My Story is a terrific sporting memoir, full of memorable anecdotes and stamped with the authority of a ghostwriter who earned the complete trust of his subject. It is hard to imagine how Nadal could have done any more to get the best out of his own raw material. And it is to Carlin's enourmous credit that the book is a true reflection of the man, in every sense [New Statesman - Ed Smith]Between them they have served up a winner [Independent - Simon Redfern]Take a glimpse behind the curtain of both his private and professional life - it's as exciting as Rafa himself [Woman's Own]

    ISBN: 9780751547733
    ISBN-10: 0751547735
    Audience: General
    Format: Paperback
    Language: English
    Number Of Pages: 320
    Published: 7th June 2012
    Dimensions (cm): 19.6 x 12.9  x 2.1
    Weight (kg): 0.28