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A new biography of Rafael Nadal focuses on the tennis star's domination on clay

2025/5/21
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Andrew Limbaugh: 在网球比赛中，时间不像其他运动那样被重视，但这本书讲述了纳达尔如何通过控制时间来应对各种挑战。克里斯托弗·克莱里向斯科特·童讲述了从纳达尔的习惯到他选择的场地，一切都归结于控制时间。 Christopher Clary: 我认为纳达尔的许多习惯和仪式是为了控制情绪。纳达尔有一种逆向思维，当人们认为他稳操胜券时，他会反驳，但当人们认为他没有机会时，他也会以另一种方式进行反击。纳达尔的动力来自于自我怀疑，他需要这种怀疑来激励自己。

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The episode begins by highlighting the unique aspect of time in tennis compared to other sports. It then introduces Rafael Nadal's exceptional career and his new biography, "The Warrior," focusing on his unparalleled success on clay courts, particularly his record-breaking 14 French Open wins.
  • Introduction to Rafael Nadal's career and new biography, "The Warrior."
  • Focus on Nadal's domination on clay courts and record at the French Open.
  • Comparison of time management in tennis versus other sports.

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Tennis legend Rafael Nadal retired last year after a record-breaking career, one that included winning every major championship. In a new biography, Christopher Clarey – former tennis correspondent for The New York Times – considers the player's life and career, with particular focus on Nadal's domination on clay courts. In today's episode, Clarey joins Here & Now's Scott Tong for a conversation about the emotional side of Nadal's game, including the player's rituals and tics, his rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, and his early mentor in the sport.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)