#5 Momentum into the tournament
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Every top player has an arsenal of powerful backhands, forehands, serves and mental strength. An integral factor that makes one player win over the other is momentum. Momentum might just be the most important thing in any sport.
Nadal has momentum going into the Australian Open.
He came back from an injury in the best possible fashion by winning the Mubadala Tennis Championship at the end of 2016. He defeated Tomas Berdych, Raonic and David Goffin en route to lifting the trophy for the 4th time.
Nadal began 2017 well by reaching the semis at the Sydney International. It clearly shows that he is ready to compete at the Australian Open and has the capability of bringing his best game when clashing with big opponents.
“I have been practising well and enjoying every practice. I feel ready for the competition.”
The 30-year-old is ready, are you?
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