Rafael Nadal approaches the grass-court season in the best possible way. 43 wins and just six losses this year so far for the Mallorcan player, who has just withdrawn from ATP Queen's and will come back to compete in Wimbledon in July next. Rafa is cautious speaking about his chances on grass.
'Since I have had problems with my knee, since 2012, playing on grass has been very complicated for me,' said Nadal on Monday a day after the final won against Stan Wawrinka. 'We'll see how my knee behaves.
Playing on grass is very special. You need to play at a lower level. The body posture is down. You have less stability. But keep in mind I played five finals in Wimbledon. I like playing on grass. On grass, anything can happen.
I'm motivated.' If from 2006 to 2011 he won two titles and reached three finals, from 2012 he always lost pretty early: Lukas Rosol, Steve Darcis, Nick Kyrgios and Dustin Brown upset him playing the match of the life.
That's why 'the two first matches could be very dangerous. I need to feel strong, low, and have powerful legs to play well in Wimbledon. If I have pain in the knees then I know from experience that it's almost impossible.
If I am healthy and I am able to have the right preparation I'll have my chances.' ALSO
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