World number 2 is now at par with James Blake with 5 titles. Roger Federer has 10. After Wimbledon Rafa failed to make it in any semi-finals of so many ATP and the US Open. He blamed the hectic schedule that makes him overfatigued. Why the Roger Federer was never heard of complaining about this? Or Thomas Berdych? Has Rafa never heard of energy conservation? Yeah, I like to see him struggle like a bullfighter in all his plays but...
2006-10-25 08:54:47 · 10 answers · asked by Kc G 1 in Sports ➔ Tennis
I think it's a combination. It certainly is true that the pro tours keep a rather busy schedule. The off-season is only a month in length and, at any given time the rest of the year there is at least one tournament in progress, often two or three the same week. This is very fatiguing for the players and has caused its fair share of wear-related injuries. It is also true that Nadal's style of play is very physically demanding. Unlike a Federer or a Safin, who end rallies quickly with explosive shots, Nadal has to work hard to grind his opponents down. Even a 6-2, 6-2 win for Rafa is a strenuous affair. That said, it does seem that some are starting to get a read on Nadal's game. When he first emerged on the world stage, his high-bouncing ground-strokes gave opponent fits (not to mention strength-sapping shoulder pain). These days, however more players are starting to play more aggressively against him, taking the ball early before it has time to reach head-level. This takes the bite out of his shots, leaving him scrambling on the defensive. Both James Blake and Thomas Berdych have excellent records against the Spaniard and Roger Federer was able to finally turn the tables the last time they played. No doubt, he's still an awesome force on clay, but it is now looking like he may need to start making a few modifications if he wants that success to transfer to the faster courts on a regular basis.
2006-10-25 11:53:56 · answer #1 · answered by rammsteinfan-1 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Probably both because his game is more draining than anyone else in the field. He almost depends in his feet and arms most of the time he is always the player who runs around chasing all the balls he can chase unlike Federer who is using a combination finesse and power wisely. But Nadal is not the only one who has a hectic schedule I think Federer has more tournaments in his schedule, the difference is Federer knows how to choose on which tournaments to play in order to stay fresh and healthy that's the reason why he is the undisputed no.1
2006-10-26 01:31:03 · answer #2 · answered by kjn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for Nadal to rebound and go deep at '07 Australian Open. FINAL?
Yes, his style of play is very draining. He should conserve on non-important points. Also people are picking up on his game and attacking his weaknesses. He's particularily had trouble with low and hard hitting players.
I don't think his schedule is too hectic. He's on par with most players and he can afford to skip some tournaments because he's securely in second place for 2006.
2006-10-26 11:37:45 · answer #3 · answered by ATR999 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In comparison to Federer style of play Nadal uses much more energy, although Federer has done more Nadal fights and scrapes for EVERY point whereas Federer plays the percentages and knows that he can let a few go.
2006-10-26 00:04:14 · answer #4 · answered by xhbvi3tboix 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well,i don't think he should give such excuses for his lost recently.he should have planned properly which tournaments to play in the beginning of the year so that he wouldn't used up all his energy.he should have gain some experiences from last year(2005) since he had been tired or injured himself for playing too much tennis until he couldn't play in the masters cup.his style of playing also contributes to his fatigue i think.if this continues to happen,i believe he will become like another ivan lendl(if i'm not wrong),burned out at young age.
2006-10-26 05:53:04 · answer #5 · answered by musicloverboy88 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think Rafa lacks Roger's experience also he has a much more energy consuming style!
2006-10-25 17:56:25 · answer #6 · answered by Bo V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally I think he's just looking for an excuse for playing in a pathetic manner...but if he wanted to conserve some energy...how about less fistpumping (which I think he only does to intimidate opponents-anybody see his match against ferrero at cincinatti....) and grunting!
2006-10-27 14:12:25 · answer #7 · answered by i_luv_tennis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you. He's got to manage his energy better as he chases balls like a dog. He might be able to do it at his young age, however if he doesn't watch it, he'll have an early retirement.
2006-10-25 20:23:47 · answer #8 · answered by Single in Montreal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not. He should be training harder if he is getting tired like that!
2006-10-25 17:00:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not if he's getting that tired.
2006-10-27 16:09:57 · answer #10 · answered by advice girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋