Rafa: My Story

The Sunday Times bestselling autobiography from the greatest tennis player of
his generation

'A winner' Independent

'A terrific sporting memoir, full of memorable anecdotes' New Statesman

'As exciting as Rafa himself' Woman's Own

No 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.

This 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.

It 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.