The question of who is the greatest tennis player in history will never be answered conclusively. If it’s about elegance, it’s Federer. Taking cold hard numbers at face value, it’s Novak Djokovic. But if you are looking for the most passionate and self-sacrificing player, it is Nadal. His left-handed forehand is considered the most uncontrollable shot in the tennis world. It hit opponents like a heavyweight boxer’s fist. When Nadal jumped into the fight, most of his opponents had already given up hope – and the tennis fans in the stands were happy about what was perhaps the most honest game. This is also why we will miss Rafael Nadal sorely.
