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Sporting Life - Wimbledon 2008

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    Roger Federer

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    • Nationality: Swi
    • Birth Date: 08/08/81
    • Ranking: 1
    • Best: Winner

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Rafael Nadal

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Rafael Nadal

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Name Rafael Nadal
DOB 03/06/86
Nationality SPA
Pre-Tournament Odds 2/1
Became Pro 2002
Seeding 2
World Ranking 2
The undisputed king of clay arrives at Wimbledon looking to dethrone grass king Roger Federer. He recently clinched a fourth French Open title - equalling Bjorn Borg's record - but his demolition of Federer in the final was the biggest talking point. Nadal lost just four games and followed that up by making a brilliant transition to grass, winning at Queen's Club. The best defensive player on the tour has improved his attacking game immensely and his forehand will be a major weapon here. A high first-serve percentage and great return stats prove he will take some beating.
Ten-year Grand Slam History
Event 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00 99
Australian Open SF QF - 4R 3R - - - - -
French Open W W W W - - - - - -
Wimbledon - RU RU 2R - 3R - - - -
US Open - 4R QF 3R 2R 2R - - - -

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