{"product_id":"rafa-my-story","title":"Rafa: my story by Rafael Nadal| John Carlin","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebestselling autobiography from the greatest tennis player of his generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e'A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewinner'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eIndependent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e'A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eterrific sporting memoir, full of memorable anecdotes'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eNew Statesman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e'As exciting as Rafa himself'\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWoman's Own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo tennis player since Andre Agassi has captivated the world like Rafael Nadal. He's a rarity in today's sporting arena - a true sportsman who chooses to let his raw talent, dedication and humility define him. With a remarkable 16 grand slam victories under his belt, and with friend and rival Roger Federer's record haul of 20 in his sights, Nadal is an extraordinary competitor whose ferocity on court is made even more remarkable by his grace off it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book takes us to the heart of Nadal's childhood, his growth as a player, and his incredible career. It includes memorable highs and lows, from victory in the 2008 Wimbledon final - a match that John McEnroe called the 'greatest game of tennis ever played' - to the injury problems that have frequently threatened his dominance of the sport, to becoming the youngest player of the open era to complete a career Grand Slam in 2010.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt transports us from Nadal's lifelong home on the island of Majorca to the locker room of Centre Court as he describes in detail the pressures of competing in the greatest tournament in the world. It offers a glimpse behind the racquet to learn what really makes this intensely private person - who has never before talked about his home life - tick. And it provides us with a story that is personal, revealing and every bit as exciting as Nadal himself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eRafael Nadal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBorn on June 3, 1986, in Mallorca, Spain, Rafael Nadal is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eKnown as the \"King of Clay,\" Nadal has amassed numerous Grand Slam titles, with a record 14 French Open victories.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis playing style is characterized by relentless energy, powerful topspin, and an unwavering competitive spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOff the court, Nadal is known for his humility and philanthropy, establishing the Rafa Nadal Foundation to support social development and education for young people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eJohn Carlin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eJohn Carlin is a British-born journalist and author based in Barcelona, Spain.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe has written extensively for \u003cem data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eEl País\u003c\/em\u003e, covering a range of topics including sports, politics, and culture.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCarlin is also the author of several books, including \u003cem data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"73\"\u003ePlaying the Enemy\u003c\/em\u003e, which inspired the film \u003cem data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eInvictus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis collaboration with Nadal on \u003cem data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eRafa: My Story\u003c\/em\u003e showcases his ability to capture the essence of his subjects and convey their stories with depth and empathy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45157482430650,"sku":"2QX39YX35-Used","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/Rafa.jpg?v=1758626440","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/rafa-my-story","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}