Luigi Gatto · @LuisGatTWI
10th Jun 2014 from TwitLonger
Nadal's doctor: "Nadal is physically ok"
Rafa Nadal passed physical examination after the titanic effort Sunday in the final of Roland Garros against Djokovic. Eduardo Anitua, personal friend and physician tennis, visited him. Anitua was the creator of plasma, that comes infiltrating on Nadal's knees.
The doctor has spoken about the current physical and mental state of Nadal, saying that the main reason why Nadal mantain an optimal mental and physical level, is the family.
"An athlete of elite as Nadal, need a clear balance between body and mind. The people see a final of Roland Garros as a physical fatigue, but many people don't see the mental aspect, not only for the final, but even for the previous round. Rafa, as many athletes, lives permanently in competition. If he would not a trained and structured mind, he would lead to exhaustion. For me, the most important thing is that Rafa is not an example only when he wins, but a person who faces the difficult times with no bad gestures, even on the court. I think Rafa is a landmark, because his behavior is exemplary, in the victory and in the defeat. Rafa has won on Sunday not only for his tennis, but even for his behavior. I guess Nadal will play for a long time, but the most important thing is that when he'll retire, will still be present as an example to emulate."
Nadal'll play in Halle this week. "I've not said to him if play or not in Halle. The only recommendation I can give is to enjoy and enjoy, always. Rafa has spoken with his team, and then has decided to play there."