The 6 feet 5 inches wing is regarded as one of the most decorated players in the Spanish national team. His name has been consistent in the Spain roster for years and has represented the country in multiple World Cups and European competitions.
The guard currently plays for Real Madrid in the Spanish national league of Liga ACB and has publicly announced his retirement plans after the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Rudy Fernandez is acquired with gifted athleticism and has a very high in-game energy. The fake jump shot and mid-range shooting are his most often-used moves on the court. The talented guard has been a World Cup champion in the 15th edition, and 19th edition hosted by Japan (2006), and Spain (2019). Additionally, the Spanish national team presently ranks first in the FIBA standings, and has been a dominant performer in the EuroBasket, winning the title four times in 2009,2011,2015, and 2022.
Over the years, Spain has been in the top two teams from Europe who have qualified for the Olympics and has won three Olympic medals that include, two silvers and one bronze.
The guard has the command for the Spanish team in the upcoming FIBA World Cup which is scheduled to happen in multiple nations of the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan from 25 August to 10 September. The team will continue to showcase their dominance and will fight for another glory.
Rudy Fernandez’s height
The Spanish player and the Real Madrid guard is listed at 6 feet 5 inches or 1.96m tall and weighs about 183 lb or 83 kg. He also has a wingspan of 2.01m which helped him to finish the crafty lay-ups from outside the reach of the defenders.
For a very few seasons Fernandez has also played in the NBA, representing the Portland Trail Blazers, eventually his minutes were decreased by the coach as his ppg fell down to 5.7. During his time on the team, he also participated in the dunk contest in the All-Star week.
FAQs
A. No, the Spanish guard plays for Real Madrid in the Spanish league. Moreover, he is also in the Spanish roster for the upcoming 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
A. Rudy Fernandez was married to his longtime partner Helen Lindes, in July 2015.
The 6'5'' wing has a decent wingspan of 6 feet 7.5 inches. This wingspan is considered good for a player playing at guard position. Moreover, his thin frame helps him to react quickly while rebounding.
A. Yes, in 2014, Rudy Fernandez was picked by the Portland Trail Blazers. He played four seasons with the Blazers, where he came off-the-bench and scored several important points for the team.
A. Yes, Serbia has qualified for the FIBA World Cup and becomes the last team (32nd) to book a World Cup ticket.
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