Which do you think was Rafa's best year?

@masters.1000

4 жыл бұрын

2010.

@thebigmonstaandy6644

4 жыл бұрын

2010.his serve was better.

@marcotita9204

4 жыл бұрын

2010

@alexfratelli8936

4 жыл бұрын

2010 best accomplishments, 2013 best level

@kaiiiiii3934

4 жыл бұрын

2017 , he overcome the injury , and Have a Great Comback !!!

Stats say 2013, slams say 2010, but I’m going with 2008. Side note: he won ELEVEN titles in 2005 as an 18-19 year old. That’s mind blowing.

@itzhenrythegamerguy4564

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but he struggled at the other 3 in 2005.

@colonelgibbs8357

3 жыл бұрын

@@itzhenrythegamerguy4564 he was 18, thats normal. 11 titles at 18-19 is unheard of

@ismetcehic5581

3 жыл бұрын

2008 was his best. IW SF, Miami F I think, 2/3 on Clay +RG, London Wimbledon Olympics Toronto Cinci SF lost to Novak and SF at the AO and USO where he lost to Murray who played his career match that day.

@antoinemantoux6049

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely not 2008 , his serve and volley wasn’t on point yet

2009 AO Nadal is the absolute peak of his powers imo. Some of those points he played against Verdasco and Federer made him just felt like he was a cheat code in a video game.

@PDCConstruction-pi1rd

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. That final against Federer was brutal. Nadal broke down Federer s best game and completed his domination of 3 slams on 3 different surfaces over Roger.

@vikranttyagiRN

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly. The only reason Rafa lost to Federer in 2017 AO is because he lost his physical abilities to wear down Federer. There was no way Federer was winning that match against 2009 Nadal

@theobecquet8477

4 жыл бұрын

@@vikranttyagiRN No the reason is that Rafa played 5h with Dimitrov bro, his 2017 form wasn't as great as 2009 but he had aggressive backhand and good movement but playing 5h vs Dimitrov reduced his chances in the final and everyone knows It. Even at Wimbledon 2K18 Rafa )played 5h vs Del Po and he still brought an incredible level in the semis against Djoker but he was unlucky to play Roger and Novak twice in 2 years after playing 5h in the previous match

@rishimanda2191

4 жыл бұрын

Even Federer played a 5 setter. Guys, Nadal's an incredible player, but credit where it is due to Roger.

@theobecquet8477

4 жыл бұрын

@@rishimanda2191 Roger's semi against Wawrinka lasted 3h30.and Grigor's semi was the best match of 2017 and lasted over 5h, that's not comparable

Hmm, tough. Im going with 2010, just because he won 3 slams, but in 2013 rafa was unbeaten on amreican HC, which is something rare

@thebigmonstaandy6644

4 жыл бұрын

yes.and his serve was better

@omerrasiuk2449

4 жыл бұрын

@@thebigmonstaandy6644 if rafa served like that all the time he would have 21 slams by now, maybe Even more

@thenewguy7527

4 жыл бұрын

@@omerrasiuk2449 didn't the brutal serving cause him shoulder pain? he's really unlucky with injuries.

@omerrasiuk2449

4 жыл бұрын

@@thenewguy7527 rafa is injured bcz of his gamestyle and because he was born with something wrong on the foot, he is very unlucky

@XheraPhine

4 жыл бұрын

@Feed me a hammer and I will crap out nails. Omer Rasiuk is correct. Rafa has a bone at the sole of his foot that never hardened the way it should. It caused so much pain that he wasn't able to walk for a while, and actually trained tennis sitting on a chair. I believe this was in his late teens, perhaps after his first RG. He writes about it in his book.

I'm taking 2010 Nadal he just seemed a different beast, especially in the US Open. He was serving so well and if I remember correctly only dropped one set the entire tournament. He was unreal throughout that season

@ivo7418

4 жыл бұрын

I think year wise 2010 for sure - he won 3/4 of the GSs but specifically for USO i'd say 2013 beats 2010 - makes it even more special that you can argue that 2013 was with prime Djoko (ie post 2011) whereas 2010 was with up and coming Djoko (ie. pre 2011), so the 2013 USO is a sweeter victory.

@stockyguru

4 жыл бұрын

Ivo Djokovic wasn’t at his best in 2013 he lost a few finals that year

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

@@ivo7418 2010 USO Nadal was quicker, more explosive and had a better serve. 2013 Nadal lost a set to Kohschreiber and played a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 USO Nadal> 2013 USO Nadal.

2008 his physical best. 2010 overall his best. 2013 his technical best.

@kaiiiiii3934

4 жыл бұрын

2017 His Comeback Year

@baptoufragilise

4 жыл бұрын

Yet in 2008 he looked like a smol puppy against Tsonga, the good old days 😭

@baptoufragilise

4 жыл бұрын

@zakaria djouzi that's why I said "the good old days" I used to love seeing Tsonga in shape destroying everyone

@marilynwasserman9860

4 жыл бұрын

@@baptoufragilise Except Djokovic?

@baptoufragilise

4 жыл бұрын

@@marilynwasserman9860 he managed to beat him in 2010, he was really consistent back then

2015 Rafa, 2013 Roger and 2017 Novak are the best

@cosmicsteel2803

4 жыл бұрын

Haha lol

@velekorunoski5997

4 жыл бұрын

the "worst" not the best

@Laland_1196

4 жыл бұрын

@@velekorunoski5997 he knows that ,just telling fucking joke

@TheXpepoX

4 жыл бұрын

Haha

@kaiiiiii3934

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

2010, but can we please appreciate the consistency and versatility this guy had and is still having at almost 34? He always found something to improve, serve, backhand, volley, he never considered himself too good even if he is. I'm so proud of 2017, 2018 and 2019, there were amazing seasons too 💜

2008 Best defense and clay season 2010 Best mix between defense and attack and grass season 2013 Best attack and hard season

@thearabiangentlemen7637

4 жыл бұрын

He was great but in 2010 he played with better technique on grass

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

@@adriantroickic8477 Not true about Djokovic. Djokovic got injured and retired at one set all. Nadal also beat a Federer affected by mononucleosis in 2008. While Nadal did well to win that match, Federer was far from his best and battered psychologically.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 stupid excuses only OK you are just blind hater only

@jacobschmidt2709

Жыл бұрын

@@kikaa1884 I may be hater, but not a blind hater. These are facts actually.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 not facts you always shown hatred towards Nadal.

His 2005 season is very underrated. He won 11 titles including a slam and 4 masters' 1000 in his breakthrough season alone while aged just only 18-19.

Nadal claims that 2010 was his best season

@commondirtbagz7130

4 жыл бұрын

TTV ThunderDog well he did win 3/4 slams and 10 titles. CORRECTION!!! The titles were 7.

@ivo7418

4 жыл бұрын

@@commondirtbagz7130 no no, it's more like: CORRECTION!!! The titles were 7.

@commondirtbagz7130

4 жыл бұрын

Ivo oh okay, give me a second

@nicolasmauriciog

4 жыл бұрын

@Shawn WTF...

@James-bs3bm

4 жыл бұрын

Shawn LMAO

2013 was his hard court best, 2008 was clay/grass best and 2010 was overall best.

@astonishingaparajit6785

3 жыл бұрын

2010 nadal won all 3 clay masters and fo.The only time he has done that in his career

@shy8765

3 жыл бұрын

@@astonishingaparajit6785 I know. But in my opinion, 08 RG nadal was way better dominant than 10 RG nadal. He bagled federer in 08. Furthermore, In 10, he lost much more games than 08

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

@@shy8765 Federer was affected by mono in 2008. That match should be taken with a grain of salt.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 blah blah blah shut up with Mono or not he can't defeat Rafael Nadal in 2008 OK. It lasted few weeks only he wouldn't reach finals if he truly have that OK

@jacobschmidt2709

Жыл бұрын

@@kikaa1884 No doubt Nadal was a monster in 2008, but Federer should have won in Wimbledon. Rafa was living rent free in the Swisses head. 2008 Federer was still good, but not as great as 2004-2007, 2009- 2012 Federer because the mono slowed down his training actually.

Federer may be the most skilled or purely talented, but Rafa at his very best is the most brutal, toughest player to beat...

@andrejmitrovic4958

4 жыл бұрын

Are you sure?

@johnharris8872

4 жыл бұрын

@@andrejmitrovic4958 Absolutely, ATP players themselves will tell you that. He's the most animalistic. And certainly on any given surface, Rafa on clay is the toughest possible player, total nightmare

@PDCConstruction-pi1rd

4 жыл бұрын

Let's put it this way. The greatest competitor in all sports is between Rafa Nadal and ..........?

@andrejmitrovic4958

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnharris8872 i agree that he is one of the gratest of all time, he is best clay court player ever, but he is not unbeatable on clay.

@caganerdem6418

4 жыл бұрын

Andrej Mitrovic Nadal’s h2h record against 131 players he played 3 or more matches; 126 winning - 2 tie - 3 losing record. And the only reason Nadal has a losing record against Djokovic, when he was having issues with his health in 2015 and 2016 Novak went 7-0 against him. And when Novak was in a slump in 2017, before his surgery in Feb 2018, they played only 1 match. Nadal is the toughest cookie in tennis to have a winning record against.

being here in 2022 i hope it can be this year as of right now 15-0 and won all 3 tourneys hes played. i hope he wins two more slams on top of AO🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🐐🐐🐐🐐

2010 for results, 2013 for his level of tennis, probably the best of his career

Rafa10 vs Novak11 Highest level tennis this game has ever seen and likely never will ever again

@ynferno0469

3 жыл бұрын

@Thoska Brah that was the third set, i think the matches that they played their best were at ao 2012 and RG 2013

I'd say 2010 was his best year as he was injury-free throughout the season, didn't drop a set at the FO and avenged his loss against Soderling. Wimbledon was rough at the beginning but as the tournament went on he came unstoppable. US Open, this is when he served 130mph bombs, up to 135 on a few occasions dropping only 1 set against Djokovic in the final.

I miss the 2008 version, probably not the best year looking at the numbers but still the best Rafa in my heart

@user-eu6lx9mj6h

Жыл бұрын

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Had Nadal won wimbledon in 2013, it could have been one of the greatest seasons in men's tennis.

@RCC_1

Жыл бұрын

The greatest probably. He would have surpassed Federer's 2006.

@aleksaknezevic3723

10 ай бұрын

steve darcis be like: nope

@mysticnomad89

9 ай бұрын

@@aleksaknezevic3723Hyeon Chung would like to say Hi 😂

2008 Nadal is the best on clay and grass. 2010 Nadal at US open has the best serve in his career. 2013 Nadal played his best hard court season ever in his career (only US open 2010 peak hard court performance could beat Nadal in 2013 on hard courts). Overall, I think 2010 Nadal not just because of the 3 slams but because he serve his best in that US open tournament.

2010, I guess, but it's close. Rafa Nadal has *never* had an injury free year. It's just that some years were healthier than others. And yet, this guy has never dropped out of the Top 10 since he first got there in 2005 at 18 and he's qualified for the WTF every year, although he only played it about half the time. He's an amazing man in an amazing time.

@rafaelnadalforever

Жыл бұрын

2011 was relatively injury-free. The level he played was also pretty high. Only thing is that he ran into a beast-mode Djokovic everywhere he played.

Where is 2019? 3/4 Slam finals & 4/4 Slam semi-finals

@io147

4 жыл бұрын

In 2010 he was a monster

@MrPatrickbuit

4 жыл бұрын

E7Suspect In 2019 he didn’t do that well in terms of masters 1000s. Didn’t he win only 2? That would be Rome and Montreal.

@tennisradu

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrPatrickbuit who cares about masters when you win 2 GS, make another final and a semifinal

@drao0907

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrPatrickbuit in terms of titles it wasn't the best, but then again he didn't play Miami, Cincy, Shanghai. Also got injured before the SF for IW and Paris. Out of the tournaments he played completely, he won 2/5 (Rome and Canada). Not his best, but his consistency in getting to the SF of all of those events should be appreciated imo.

@XxMaplerzxX

4 жыл бұрын

He only won 45 matches and skipped a number of Masters tournaments.

2010 obviusly: win 3 of 4 gran slams beats all other records from another year

@tangalangayt7238

4 жыл бұрын

That was the only year he did the red slam i guess, also his best performance on a tour finals

2022 version was phenomenal too! Won in Australia and France, undefeated at Wimbledon but injury stopped him in the semifinals. Never lost a grand slam match that year. AT 36!

2008 grass 2010 clay (the only year Nadal didn't lost a match only 2 sets in 4 tournaments) 2013 hard

Aww the good old days 😊, why do we get old?!!

If Rafa haven't injured, I'm sure he's the best tennis player all time.

@marcosmi1663

2 жыл бұрын

True, he was the best in clay and hard courts, When he started getting injured he lose some of its level on hard courts

2010. Nadal felt invincible that year.

2010, he was a total beast!

2010 was his best year overall but what he did in the American hard court in 2013 is an unique achievement. In 2013 Rafa beat Novak and Roger a combined 5 times on hardcourt which is incredible

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

Yet, people fail to remember Nadal lost to Horacio Zeballos on clay and Darcis in the 1st round at Wimbledon that year. 2008 and 2010>>2013.

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

Nadal was overrated in 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. He was pretty shaky at the French Open that year. He didn't do jack at the AO either. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

Nadal's accomplishments on hard courts during 2013 were incredibile considering his injury the previous year

2008-Classic(grass & Olympic gold ), 2010-peak(speed + skill ), 2013-powerful (incredible hard court performance)

@Jimmy27404

4 жыл бұрын

P.S. Wimbledon 2008 finial was the most Classic match ever.

They were all exceptional years, along with a few others. Cannot really say which was best because each were unique. Even Rafa would find it hard and would rather not compare. It depends on each person’s own criteria, but there really is no definite answer. For me, there’s no need to pick one.

I would go with 2010 Great forehands and serving 😍

2008: Best movement 2010: Most power 2013: Most complete

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

In 2013, Nadal lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final and lost Wimbledon 1st round to Darcis. Definitely not the most complete.

@SHVideografie

4 жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 Nadal just came back from a huge break when he lost to Zeballos. Against Darcis he I think he was slightly injured. Didn't Nadal lose against Garcia Lopez, Melzer etc. in 2010? Overall at his best he was most complete in 2013, especially during the American hc season.

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

@@SHVideografie 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 2015 Djokovic also lost to other players but still it is considered as one of greatest year of Djokovic 2011=2021>2015 seasons of Djoko The 3 greatest years of Federer is 2006,2004,2007 and 2005 actually

@jacobschmidt2709

Жыл бұрын

@@kikaa1884 Nah man. No way in hell was Djokovics 2021 and even 2011 season greater than 2015. In 2015, Djokovic won 3 slams, several masters, won the WTF and statistically had the most ATP points accumulated in the history of the sport. Granted the 2011 season was pretty darn impressive in its own right because of Nadal, Federer and Murray playing at a high level. It comes a close second. 2021 is impressive with the 3 slams and 4 finals, but outside of that, Novak didn't accomplish too much in the tennis season. 2015- mid 2016 Djokovic>2011 Djokovic> Mid 2018 - Mid 2019 Djokovic> 2021 Djokovic>>> then the rest. For Nadal, 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal> 2008 Nadal>>> then the rest. Fun fact, 2013 Nadal and 2013 Djokovic went 3-3 vs each other actually. For Federer, you are missing the 2017 season. He won 2 slams, 3 masters and went 4-0 against Nadal that year. It was surely one of his greatest years as well.

In 2008 he reached his prime (like Roger in 2006 or Nole in 2011). In 2010 he got 3 GS (best season), but the level in 2013 I think was better, better shots and more experience.

@hybris159

3 жыл бұрын

👍

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

2013 Nadal was overrated. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

@BetterCallSaul603

2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 2013 Was his comeback he didn't play Australian open. 2013 more titles than 2008/2010 Less final losses and higher win percentage. 2 big wins against nole And more top 10 wins than 2008 and 2010. And winning Canada /cinci /us open What nole and Roger never did. The only thing that speaks for 2010 Ist the 3 slams in a row and Wimbledon weighs like 5 other tournaments ( I got you here) 2008 was better than 2010 because all 4 slams semi final Winning 2 the best match ever in Wimbledon against a prime Federer, and playing his best French open arguably. Plus the 32 winning streak on 3 surfaces is the longest in history. So for me I would like to say 2013 because of the nole winnings and the masters (5) plus 2 slams But the Wimbledon first round exit is really really hard to accept. 2008 Than 2013 than 2010. 2017 is not because of the 4 losses against Roger and 2019 because he got f.. In the Australian open Final from Djokovic. Maybe this year. 2022 can be a very special one He got already the Australian open and if he get the French and one or 2 masters at Clay it will be very very good and that at his age

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 Djokovic doesn't agree with you in this OK. He admire Rafael Nadal and Federer a lot also

2013 stands out as better. He played his heart out. Swept through the north-american hard court swing. However, i rate us open 2010 as his best hard performance ever. On clay he was imperious every year. All in all , yeah...2013 the most consistent

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

Nadal was overrated in 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. He was pretty shaky at the French Open that year. He didn't do jack at the AO either. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

You should make a video like this of Roger, Nole and other players

@tennistv

4 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/pH2Y0MyppsjJo7Q.html - and keep your eyes peeled for Novak's!

A terrific sequence, by the way So many shots I ve never seen

2008. Because I became a Rafa fan in 08 😁

Tough call, but one thing is certain: 2008 version had strongest hair!

Skills wise, I think 2013 was a perfect point where his athleticism and experience meet.

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

Nadal was overrated in 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. He was pretty shaky at the French Open that year. He didn't do jack at the AO either. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 keep crying like that only you are just hater and don't make sense 😂😂😂😂. He lost is biggest joke of the year actually

2010 3 grandslams ,3 different surfaces vamoss rafaaa 🐐💪

2008: Roland Garros vs Federer (the easiest GS Final ever 6-1 6-3 6-0 I believe) then Wimbledon vs Federer (Greatest Tennis Final ever), he became #1 in the world for the first time and also won Beijing Olympics 2010: Roland Garros (won it easily vs Soderling), won Wimbledon vs Berdych easily as well, recovered #1 and won US Open for the first time 2013: Roland Garros, 91 victories and 10 titles, he also recovered #1 again, and won US Open. Only 2 GS (in comparison with 2008 and 2010) however, I would add that Rafa had Novak and Murray on his top that year, just almost impossible to beat them Really tough, I think 2008 was his best year in terms of history but because of “First time” breaking records. Then, in 2010 he was just phenomenal, but Federer had a terrible level that year so he didn’t have a proper rival. But in 2013 I believe was one of the best Nadal in terms of level on the court, he was just unplayable. I would go for 2010, although I would have loved to see other rivals in better shape that year. It was a shame that Federer wasn’t at his best and Nole hadn’t made his breakthrough Btw, Nadal 2011 should be in there, but I understand that is not since he lost all 5 finals vs Djokovic that year. Rafa could beat anyone but Nole

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other years, but not 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer.

Comparing these three seasons is really tough as these are unique in their ermm.. unique ways. Here's the thing. In each of those years, there's something different about Rafa that sets it apart from the other two. Let's have a total analysis of all three years. In 2008, he won the most matches in a season of his entire career 82-11(88%) with three masters, 2 GS ( RG just conceding 41 games, Wimbledon beating Prime Fed at his own den), an Olympic gold, a record 32 match winning streak across all surfaces and finishing the year no1 @ 22 years age. Awesome footspeed n retrieving skills, monster forehand and undaunted mental and physical strength were his plus points. Underdeveloped serve and not_so_much_a_weapon backhand held him back from conquering big on HC. In 2010, he had win-loss stat of 71-10 (87%) with 7 overall titles. The apparent mediocrity is lifted when we see the 3 GS wins across all surfaces along with achieving clay Slam, Channel Slam for the 2nd time, completing career GS @24 year age (youngest ever). Won RG without losing a set, won UsO just losing one set in the whole tournament. Amazing footspeed,anticipation, much improved BH with still his trademark fearhand and bombarding serves at important tournaments made him year end no 1 and a man to beat across all surfaces. Also he hit his non clay zenith at UsO '10. In 2013, he made the greatest ever come back season with a W/L record of 75-7 (91%) with 10 titles. Won RG by beating a red-hot Djokovic in an all time classic match, won UsO by beating Prime Djokovic on HC and 5 masters titles (3 HC, 2 Clay), had 27 match winning streak on HC, achieved summer Slam which is a rare feat and dominated the entire field almost whole year to finish as no 1. He notably played very aggressive from the baseline and unloaded FHDTL aka his best shot at will that year, BH was also pretty solid, movement a bit slower than 2008 or 2010 but still very good, serve also a bit degraded but reliable when needed. Overall this was his best year in terms of technicalities n shot selection. Another very important stat : 2013 year end points : 13030 2010 year end points : 12450 2008 year end points : 12060 Now, decide for yourselves. My money would be on 2013 as it was the overall best imo.

@vikranthmelanathur6505

2 жыл бұрын

This is the ANSWER. Great post friend, everything I wanted to say but you actually backed the opinions with facts. Well done.

@jacobschmidt2709

2 жыл бұрын

Nice analysis, but I will have to disagree. While Nadal had won more tournaments and accumulated more points in 2013, he only won 2 slams compared to 3 in 2010. The Spaniard lost to Djokovic in Monte Carlo and while he won RG, he was very shaky in some of the earlier rounds and easily could have lost to Brands. Several of Rafas tournament wins were 250 clay tournaments and he even lost one final to Horacio Zeballos. Moreover, the Spaniard lost in the first round at Wimbledon to a journeyman named Darcis and did nothing at the AO. No way can you call a season where you lose in a first round at a slam and do not play another better than 2008 and 2010, where he performed great at all 4 slams. Furthermore, let's not forget the fall where Nadal petered out, losing meekly to Djokovic twice, Ferrer and Del Potro. 2008 and 2010>> 2013.

2010, winning 3 slams in a row RG, W & US is not an every year event, the serve did serve him really well which made the outcome of the season, so well done.

Everybody is forgetting about the 2005 season. Yes, he won 1 slam, but it was the first time playing in RG, he was 19 and he won 11 titles that year and end from No.50 to No. 2. Amazing. Best season from my perspective. In that season all just started.

@stuewz

4 жыл бұрын

Great point.

Great, thank you throwing in some 'other' rallies in there, not the ones we've already seen a million times

I want to say 2008 because of how DOMINANT he was, and how he won consecutive titles on clay, consecutive titles on grass (Queens Club and Wimby) and then won Canada Masters, and the Olympics on hardcourt in Beijing...but I’m gonna go 2013. He had come off a HUGE leg/knee injury in 2012 (and most tennis analysts “experts” and Rafa hating fans swore his career was OVER), and he comes back to win 10 titles, 2 Slams, play superbly on hard and clay (AGAIN), and be World #1. He was amazing that year, after overcoming the mental hurdle of ANOTHER huge injury (at least his 4th in his career by my count)

WHAT ABOUT 2005?? *WIN%: 89 // 11 TITLES* SALUDOS DEL #URUGUAYO QUE VIVÍA EN #ARGENTINA!! 🇺🇾❤🇦🇷

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

But he one 1 major title in 2005. He must win 2 out of 4 major titles to be called as one of best season. Major titles and atp masters titles are the criteria

2010 the most vicious and offensive play in 2013 the most technically perfected execution of shots!

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other years, but not 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer.

@kikaa1884

Жыл бұрын

Dude just ignore this person he is biggest Nadal hater.

2008 Grass Court 2010 Clay Court 2013 Hard Court

What a stats, best of all times 🤩

The win percentage is including the grand slam matches or only the atp matches are taken into consideration?

I'm going with 2008 Nadal. Beating Federer in a Wimbledon Final and Olympic Good? He was ruthless and at the peak of his speed.

2008’s Rafa was spectacular. 2013’s Rafa was better offending But 2010 Rafa was just UNPLAYABLE

Overall, 2010 season. But, 2013 was the best on hard courts. Indian wells, Canada, Cincinnati, and US open.

Nadal on clay is the best player I’ve ever seen

2013 rafa was the best

2010 the power and precision is unmatched. But I did like 2013 he was stylin' on competitors

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other years, but not 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer.

2010 for sure for athleticism prime.

Best year on clay? 2008 Best year on all surfaces and grass? 2010 Best year on hard courts? 2013

@ErikCB912

2 жыл бұрын

I’d take 2008 Nadal on grass over 2010 on grass. Other than that I agree.

Most people have picked 2010, but I'd pick 2008. In 2010, most of his opponents were easier, unlike 2008. Winning the Olympic Gold medal, demolishing Federer in FO (6-3, 6-1, 6-0), dethroning the Federer Wimbledon winning streak at his prime, providing the best finals match in tennis history, winning a grand slam outside the FO for the very first time, and also dethroning Federer's continuous 237 weeks run at No.1 in rankings. He totally got into the head of Federer that year, which paved the way for his first and only AO in 2009, winning Fed in the finals again.

@felixyatin8086

4 жыл бұрын

Federer was sick in 08, he can lose to anyone in that year. Even James Blake beat him.

2010 us open was probably one of the most outstanding wins of Rafa, but idk what season is better between 2010 and 2013 certainly, they are the two best seasons of rafa

2017 -2021 rafa is my favourite . Might not be in his absolute prime but he hits the ball even harder than in 2013 . better technically

@user-eu6lx9mj6h

Жыл бұрын

wrong

Nadal 2013 is the most complete Nadal, though Nadal 2019 and 2017 versión is good, leaving aside the injuries.

@jacobschmidt2709

4 жыл бұрын

Far from it. People forget Nadal lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final and Darcis in round 1 at Wimbledon.

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

2013 Nadal was overrated. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

*Rafa is the only one, that holds a 100% winning percentage at every French open finals he's in.*

@tennistv you should do one with djokovic. 2011 or 2015

2013 was the most dominant Rafa ever. Actually 2013- AO 2014. Its a pity he got injured in the final and was never the same agaon

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

Nadal was overrated in 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. He was pretty shaky at the French Open that year. He didn't do jack at the AO either. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

The titles mentioned in the video. Do they include Grand Slams too?

@tennistv

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, all titles won that year.

Amazing thing is no one gave him a chance in 2010 , 2013 ,2017, 2019 at the start of the year and he finished year end no one in all these years . 2019 even more special because he played 13 events and finished 11.

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

Nadal got lucky to get number 1 in 2013, 2017 and 2019. Djokovic gave away 2013 RG and 2013 USO. In 2017, Federer was arguably the better player and was injured in USO 2017. In 2019, that was Djokovics number 1 to lose and he gave it away with some confusing losses that year---twice to Bautista Agut and other players because conflicts outside were impacting his play on the court. The USO 19 injury gave Nadal a free pass as well. 2010 was rightfully deserved.

@ravirathee6801

3 жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 oh yeah why not , Djokovic is very generous in handing grand slam matches which definitely helped Nadal in securing no one ranking .

@ravirathee6801

3 жыл бұрын

@@jacobschmidt2709 it's always novak's spot to lose and he always finds a way to lose it . Just like except french every major is his to lose and he still lags behind Nadal who has nothing to win except french . So generous of Novak

His peak was Hard Court : ao 2009 Grass: Wimbledon 2008 Clay: RG 2017

Do a version for Fed and Novak please.

2010 rafa best 3 majors and an atp tour finals. So 2010 is best for me

I LOVE VIDEOS LIKE THAT! Please more, same thing with Roger!

@tennistv

4 жыл бұрын

Here you go: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pH2Y0MyppsjJo7Q.html

@stuewz

4 жыл бұрын

Tennis TV Thank you!

2010 Rafa was OP AF

2008 wimbledon final. Inolvidable.

19 GS (2nd) 35 M1000 (1st) Olympics Gold (singles and doubles) 85 Tittles 6 Davis Cups 200+ weeks at Number 1 (considering injuries it's amazing) Highest career W/L %, at Slams as well (compared to other 2) Won 13 Slams while beating Novak or Roger in them (in 3 he beat them both) he has beaten them on Grass and Hard in their primes. Only man to win 3 slams in a year on different surfaces. Only man to have 2+ slams on each surface. He missed around 10 slams due to injuries. When you wrap all that up.... Rafa is the GOAT.

@ismetcehic5581

4 жыл бұрын

@AM No, no, I'm not hating on the other 2. I'm just a Rafa fan saying that he is the GOAT, nothing wrong there. The other 2 have a case for it of course, but I'm posting this so all the Roger and Novak fans who keep trying to dismiss Rafa from the conversation are wrong, there is more to it then Slams and weeks at number 1. But everyone plays to their strengths. I respect the other 2 and I watch all of their matches because it's like watching art at work. They are legends as well, and I actually met Novak and he's a really genuine and nice person. Don't get me wrong. Not a hater by any means just a super Nadal fan 👌

@NamTran-xc2ip

2 ай бұрын

Do you still wanna use these stats?

nasal has been magnificent for so many years now... I mean still he is one of, if not the best in the world.

What a career!

2013 as he had harder competition. Although winning more in 2010 he had soderling in FO final. Berdych in Wimbledon and non peak Djokovic at us open. 2013 at slams and other events he beat everyone. I’d even rank 2008 over 2010 as he had tougher rivals

@jacobschmidt2709

2 жыл бұрын

2013 can't win because the Spaniard lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final and a journeyman in the first round of Wimbledon.

Probably 2010 because he won Roland Garros, Wimbledon and U.S Open all in same year.

2010 he was almost unbeatable

@devinotero1798

4 жыл бұрын

Badis bruh 2011 is one of novak’s best years lmao. Thats like saying peak fed is better than a 2017 novak. Duh

@devinotero1798

4 жыл бұрын

Badis peak novak is better than peak nadal, but prime nadal and prime novak is arguable. Prime nadal played against prime federer, and still won many matches. Prime novak never got to play against prime federer.

@rishbahpandey8697

3 жыл бұрын

@@badis1173 2011 hamstring injury at AO!!your so called peak Djokovic was destroyed by out of prime Federer in RG😂😂

@rishbahpandey8697

3 жыл бұрын

@@devinotero1798 peak Djokovic got destroyed by Federer in 2011 RG!! After 2011 hamstring injury of Nadal he was not at all the same!!also 2011 was peak Djokovic so what happened after 1 year?? Even Murray defeated djokovic in USO .31 years old Roger was too good for prime Djokovic 😂😂😂.see I can twist with what ever I can have.only peak Nadal on clay is invincible nothing else

@rishbahpandey8697

3 жыл бұрын

@@badis1173 so what happened to peak Djokovic in 2012?? Nothing changed much in 1 year .also Djokovic was not even injured like Nadal (2011) in 2012.he got destroyed by a 31 year old Federer .Nadal raped him on clay and Murray defeated him in 2012 USO finals 😂😂

Has to be 2013 imo, level of competition was a lot higher. Though the 2010 US Open version is the best Nadal ever probably

We think 2008 and 2013 are equally strong. However, in terms of "strong on all surfaces," I consider 2010 to be the strongest. He was one of the strongest players on hard courts back then. With his fast serve and aggressive play back then, he could beat any opponent on any court. It was also the closest year to an ATP Finals title.

We need one of these for roger as well

2010, best season ever.

2010 Rafa combined with 2008 Rafa’s agility and speed would be deadly.

Unbelievable!! (wrote it first so I don't forget how to spell it in this magical video)

2008. He did something impossible. Beat prime federer on grass

@strongwise1255

4 жыл бұрын

and hc in 2009

Even though Nadal won 3 slams in 2010 he didn’t play that great in the masters 1000 tournaments outside of clay.. didn’t make a single final whereas in 2013 he won 3 masters 1000 tournaments on hardcourts and 2 on clay. Both years he reached the WTF final. It’s a toss up between those 2 years only because of his 1st round exit at Wimbledon in 2013 otherwise he had a better year than in 2010. The argument for 2010 is the Wimbledon title and the serve which only appeared at the US OPEN. As for 2008 I’d put it 3rd because obviously his game wasn’t as developed back then

Tough one, better aggression and Grand slam results 2010 all round. however I reckon his backhand and movement was slightly better in 2008, and his iconic win over Roger at wimbledon Is hard to pass. 2010 by a whisker, Prefer to watch the 2008 matches though.

Nadal had different playing style in different years...I have practiced a lot and can play every style of Nadal perfectly

@Dman9fp

4 ай бұрын

No offense, if you think you can play exactly like Nadal, you don't understand. Granted I've never seen peak Nadal or him at all in person. People may be able to play in a style that Resembles Nadal... but Nobody but Rafa can be that much of a wall, turning absolute on the run defense into vicious attack, heavy push back topspin, tireless athleticism. Peak Djokovic seems the only one that in his peak can reach/ surpass that level, but of course never had the same tools/ invincibility factor on clay (& always appeared to be a battle, with the result in limbo. Claydal was an unstoppable force). All of the big 3 are goat's at something, but to me if I had to wager heavily & got to pick a surface & a peak player, not a doubt you have to go with peak Nadal on clay. Soderling match was an outlier, sure he got beaten fair & square. Just a bad day/ year for Nadal, as all the other tournament showings in his peak at roland garros show

Rafael Nadal was the best in 2013 definetely

I’m going to go with 2013. The most titles he’s won in a season ever. Wow, that percentage 🏆😀.

@jacobschmidt2709

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other years, but not 2013. He lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final, sucked on grass(lost in Wimby round 1 to Darcis), should have lost to Djokovic in RG and USO(got lucky with the net touch call and Nole's choke in USO set 3). Nadal also sucked in the fall of that year---got spanked by Djokovic twice, crushed by Del Potro and David Ferrer. 2013 Nadal had a better overall hardcourt season, but 2010 USO Nadal was perhaps the best Nadal we have ever seen on hardcourts. He was more explosive, had better movement, better serve and his strokes had more bite to them. 2013 USO Nadal dropped a set to Kohlscreiber and arguably should have lost to a subpar Djokovic in the finals. 2010 Nadal won 3 out of 4 slams and swept the entire claycourt season. 2013 Nadal lost in the Monte Carlo final to Nole and nearly lost again to the Serb in the FO semi. 2010 Nadal> 2013 Nadal.

@jacobschmidt2709

2 жыл бұрын

@kal Ke "He won everything" - Lost to Horacio Zeballos in a clay final - Lost to Djokovic in Monte Carlo - Lost to Darcis in the first round of Wimbledon(lol) - Lost to Del Potro in Shanghai - Lost to Ferrer in Paris - Lost to Djokovic in the World Tour Finals - Did nothing at the Australian Open - Almost lost to Brands at the French Open Was it a very good year? Sure. Was it an all-time great year? Definitely not. He did nothing at the AO and Wimbledon. Compare it to Djokovics 2011, 2015 and Federers 2006-2007. It does not compare to those all-time great years.

Nadal has been learning and improving all the time, specially his backhand. 2013 Nadal beats 2010 and 2008 Nadal.

2017 should not be overlooked. He was in great shape, won the French without dropping a set, the US for the loss of just two sets, and should've won the Aussie Open (break up in the fifth), and was unlucky to get a dodgy line-call that probably cost him the match in the Wimbledon 4th round against Muller (he'd have faced Cilc in the QF and Querrey in the semi).

2010 Nadal was simply unstoppable! I remembered he was destroying everyone at US Open with his new serve!

2010 Nadal: Roddick-like serve, upgraded forehand, better volleying, overall high confidence, and fresh legs. The start of 2010 was kind of rough, but he got better and better throughout the year. . 2013 Nadal was beast, but the overall results don't compare to his 2010. 2008 Nadal was just a savage.