Sports Illustrated put together a list of the 50 fittest men in sports and world no. 1 Rafael Nadal made the list at No. 23.
Strength, speed, agility, flexibility and power were taken into account in the making of the list, which was topped by Real Madrid’s football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Here’s what SI had to say about Rafa:
Back at the top of the rankings for the first time since 2014, 31-year-old Nadal is known for his workman-like, grinding style of play, something instilled in him under the tutelage of his uncle Toni. Despite a 2016 wrist injury, Nadal toiled his way back—arguably returning stronger and more physically fit than his younger self—and won a historic 10th French Open and third U.S. Open title, bringing him to 16 career Grand Slams. And he’s showing no signs of slowing down.
Vamos Rafa
Simply a genius & a rare jewel . He signifies class & brilliance in all that he does . Ace Rafa
Rafa is by far not as fit and fast as he was 10 years ago. We’d wish!
Is that a joke, Roger at #3, Rafa at #23???
VAMOS SWEATHEART & CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR INCREDIBLE FITNESS & ON BEING RANKED AMONGST THE WORLD BEST & MOST FIT ATHEISTS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : ) : ) : ) 🙂 : ) VAMOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : ) VAMOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : ) VAMOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : )
I do believe RAfa ia VERY fit indeed.
Love and prayers,
AlaineXXSydneyXXAustraliaXX
Great Rafa try for all since you playing good
Rafael is a gladiator
I do realize that Roger is playing incredible tennis for a 36 year old, but in no way do I think he is more fit than Rafa. I think Roger would agree.
Vamos Rafa <3