![]() ![]() “I always felt like I’ve played with good intensity in my game and I need it to play well, but I’ve gotten that extra 10 or 20 per cent from being there,” Ruud said. Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar December 30, 2019 He’s quickly climbed up the ATP Rankings since moving to Spain and said the academy’s motivating environment has helped elevate his game.Īfter a great preseason at the #RafaNadalAcademy, is ready to lead Norway in the Good luck in Perth! Vamos‼️ □□ /JBlXGAcvTf Ruud spent two weeks in December at the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar, his home base since September 2018. They’ll face Russia, Italy and United States in Group D action in Perth. The 21-year-old will start the new year by leading Team Norway in the inaugural ATP Cup. A productive off-season in Mallorca that included practice sessions with Rafael Nadal has left Casper Ruud feeling confident that he can reach even greater heights in 2020. ![]()
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