Rafael Nadal has a special place in the hearth of Spanish people and that was confirmed by a poll conducted by “La Marca.” The renowned outlet created a virtual draw with 16 top sports personalities from Spain that was about who is the greatest Spanish athlete in modern history.
Fans had to vote each “match” and eventually Rafa “demolished everyone. He beat the following opponents:
Carlos Sainz (Rally) 94%-6%,
Alberto Contador (Cycling) 94%-6%
Miguel Indurain (Cycling) 83%-17%
Pau Gasol (Basketball) 82%-18%
Picture: La Marca
🚨 Y @paugasol también dobla la rodilla…
🐐 El trono del #SpanishGOAT es para… @RafaelNadal https://t.co/Ymu0ZfSdlD— MARCA (@marca) May 15, 2020
Rafael Nadal’s ranking and performance in 2020
Currently ranked no.2, Nadal played his last match on the 29th of February when he beat Taylor Fritz 6-3 6-2 in the final in Acapulco to win his 85th career title.
Presently, this year Rafael has a 13-3 win-loss record. Nadal conquered 1 title in Acapulco.
