Publisher Description

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.This autobiography, written by Nadal with award-winning journalist John Carlin, includes memorable highlights such as winning the Wimbledon 2008 final in what John McEnroe called, the greatest game of tennis ever played and completing a career Grand Slam after winning the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in 2010.This book gives Nadal's millions of fans what they've been waiting for - a glimpse behind the racquet to learn what really makes Nadal - an intensely private person who until now has never talked about his personal and family life - tick.

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A revelatory memoir from the tennis player Rafael Nadal, written with the award-winning journalist John Carlin. Includes highlights such as winning the Wimbledon 2008 final, and completing a career Grand Slam after winning the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in 2010. Also reveals what really makes Nadal tick, as an intensely private person who has previously never talked about his personal and family life.

Author Biography

Rafael Nadal is a 25 year old professional tennis player and winner of nine grand slam singles titles to date. He is without a doubt one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

Review

Rafa: My Story is a terrific sporting memoir, full of memorable anecdotes and stamped with the authority of a ghostwriter who earned the complete trust of his subject. It is hard to imagine how Nadal could have done any more to get the best out of his own raw material. And it is to Carlin's enourmous credit that the book is a true reflection of the man, in every sense - New Statesman - Ed SmithBetween them they have served up a winner - Independent - Simon RedfernTake a glimpse behind the curtain of both his private and professional life - it's as exciting as Rafa himself - Woman's Own

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Revelatory memoir from the greatest sportsman in the world today and a fascinating insight into the making of a champion

Long Description

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.This autobiography, written by Nadal with award-winning journalist John Carlin, includes memorable highlights such as winning the Wimbledon 2008 final in what John McEnroe called, the greatest game of tennis ever played and completing a career Grand Slam after winning the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open in 2010.This book gives Nadal's millions of fans what they've been waiting for - a glimpse behind the racquet to learn what really makes Nadal - an intensely private person who until now has never talked about his personal and family life - tick.

Review Quote

Take a glimpse behind the curtain of both his private and professional life - it's as exciting as Rafa himself

Promotional "Headline"

Revelatory memoir from the greatest sportsman in the world today and a fascinating insight into the making of a champion

Description for Sales People

Was the biggest-selling sports memoir of last summer in HB, and promises to be even bigger in paperback as we capitalise on Wimbledon-fever.

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