Rafael Nadal is to warm up for Wimbledon with two exhibition matches at the Aspall Tennis Classic at Hurlingham. The event runs from Tuesday 27th – Friday 30th June 2017 and is the perfect warm-up to Wimbledon.
Other ATP players included in the line-up are World No. 1 Andy Murray, World No. 6 Milos Raonic, World No. 13 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, World No 14 Tomas Berdych, World No. 17 Lucas Pouille and World No. 252 Tommy Haas.
Joining them will be some of the sport’s favourite legends – former British No. 1 Greg Rusedski, two-time grand slam finalist Mark Philippoussis, former World No. 4 Thomas Enqvist, 1986 French Open finalist Mikael Pernfors and Mansour Bahrami.
UPDATED: Rafa will play two singles matches across the week; taking on Tomas Berdych on Wednesday 28th June and then Tommy Haas on Friday 30th June in his preparations for a third Wimbledon title. His last appearance at The Hurlingham Club was in 2014.
Rafa:
The Aspall Tennis Classic at The Hurlingham Club is a lot of fun and it’s always exciting to play in front of the UK fans, so I can’t wait to return this week. I’m working hard and enjoying every week as it comes, so this is the perfect way to get ready for Wimbledon.
Rafa’s high level of confidence, his great gift of intensity, and his ability to deliver on a 150% level gives him an edge over any opponent. He’s been shining all year and will continue to shine. He is on a mission to make up for lost time. He wants Wimbkedon and I trust he will not be denied.
RAFA ROCKS 150%
If Tweet is correct, Berdych won the match 6-3, 6-2. I don’t like this.
RAFA ROCKS
Not a great result, but first match on grass for a long time. I think we just have to consider it good practice.
You’re so right Sarah. Your comforting words are welcome. I guess I’m spoiled because of Rafa’s great winning scores.
RAFA STILL ROCKS FOR ME
Have a great match Rafa. FEEL THE GRASS.
RAFA ROCKS
Rafa is scheduled to play Berdych at 3:30pm local time. Please remember match times can change.
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