Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 5 hours ago
Why Nadal is the King of Clay
John McEnroe once said that beating Rafael Nadal on clay, over five sets, is one of the toughest things in sport. Why is that? What makes the Spaniard so good on the clay?
Well, movement and tactical awareness aside, one of the biggest advantages he has over his opponents is the spin he is able to put on the ball. Clocking in at over 3,200 RPM, it's one of the spinniest on the tour and combined with the power he's able to generate on his forehand side, it is a devastating weapon.
But why does that help on clay compared to other surfaces?
This video utilizes SwingVision. For in-depth analytics about your own game, line calling, and much more, click on the link below for a 30-day FREE trial and $20 off an annual subscription:
https://swing.tennis/r/BaselineTennis
Subscribe: tinyurl.com/BaselineTennis | đź””Make sure to enable all push notifications!đź””
Watch our most recent videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCj0NjN1EnBmSyGqOq--PJz8S0ReoBYPW
Watch our most popular videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCj0NjN1EnBmSyGqOq--PJz8S0ReoBYPW
Follow Baseline Media on the socials:
Website: https://www.baseline-media.com​
Instagram: instagram.com/baselinemedia_
TikTok: tiktok.com/@baselinemedia_​
Twitter: twitter.com/BaselineMedia_​
About Baseline Tennis:
Baseline Tennis adds colour and context to the stories behind the game – both familiar and lesser-known.
Standing apart from the maelstrom of the 24/7 news cycle, Baseline Tennis provides informative, engaging and intelligent content on the past, present and future of the game, focusing on the stories that matter.
Our videos combine 3D imagery, motion graphics, archive footage, graphical illustrations and sound, to create rich and vivid storytelling, bringing the viewer immersive profiles of players, tournaments, key moments from history, the skills of the game and major discussion points.
It's tennis. But viewed differently.
#nadal #kingofclay #rolandgarros
Why Nadal is the King of Clay
John McEnroe once said that beating Rafael Nadal on clay, over five sets, is one of the toughest things in sport. Why is that? What makes the Spaniard so good on the clay?
Well, movement and tactical awareness aside, one of the biggest advantages he has over his opponents is the spin he is able to put on the ball. Clocking in at over 3,200 RPM, it's one of the spinniest on the tour and combined with the power he's able to generate on his forehand side, it is a devastating weapon.
But why does that help on clay compared to other surfaces?
This video utilizes SwingVision. For in-depth analytics about your own game, line calling, and much more, click on the link below for a 30-day FREE trial and $20 off an annual subscription:
https://swing.tennis/r/BaselineTennis
Subscribe: tinyurl.com/BaselineTennis | đź””Make sure to enable all push notifications!đź””
Watch our most recent videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCj0NjN1EnBmSyGqOq--PJz8S0ReoBYPW
Watch our most popular videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCj0NjN1EnBmSyGqOq--PJz8S0ReoBYPW
Follow Baseline Media on the socials:
Website: https://www.baseline-media.com​
Instagram: instagram.com/baselinemedia_
TikTok: tiktok.com/@baselinemedia_​
Twitter: twitter.com/BaselineMedia_​
About Baseline Tennis:
Baseline Tennis adds colour and context to the stories behind the game – both familiar and lesser-known.
Standing apart from the maelstrom of the 24/7 news cycle, Baseline Tennis provides informative, engaging and intelligent content on the past, present and future of the game, focusing on the stories that matter.
Our videos combine 3D imagery, motion graphics, archive footage, graphical illustrations and sound, to create rich and vivid storytelling, bringing the viewer immersive profiles of players, tournaments, key moments from history, the skills of the game and major discussion points.
It's tennis. But viewed differently.
#nadal #kingofclay #rolandgarros
