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Andy Murray made a great show of pointing to his bicep after his 5-sets win over Richard Gasquet but when it comes to muscles, his next opponent, Rafael Nadal wins hands down.
Widely regarded as the fittest and strongest man on the professional circuit, Nadal has been in powerful form on grass over the past month and is a formidable barrier in the way of Murray’s ambition to become the first British men’s singles winner since 1936.
Murray is aware of the task ahead but says he has had chances against Nadal before on fast surfaces. All is not lost.
Do you think the stronger, fitter and apparently more focused Murray can beat Nadal this time?
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Nadal looks in ominous form. For Murray to have a chance he has to play to his strengths - defence!!
Leyton Hewitt’s strategy as world no. 1 was ‘don’t let the ball bounce twice’ and Murray has the game for this as well.
Keep his depth up, don’t go for too many shots and use Nadal’s pace to his advantage.
And hope Rafa has a bit of an off day as well. Rather you than me Andy!! Good Luck.
- Posted by GrantHe could try and get his first serve in and stop trying those drop shots for a start.
- Posted by KGNadal can be just as stronger, fitter and focused.
- Posted by muscletrekSorry, I am a Nadal fan.
but, Murray can definitely inspire a new breed in the pro arena. Both guys are a good match.