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(2) Rafael Nadal
- DOB: 03/06/1986
- Nationality: Spanish
- Became Pro: 2001
- Height: 1.85
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The out-of-sorts Spaniard deservedly grabbed his maiden Australian Open title in 2009, but the reigning champion faces a huge scrap if he is to retain his crown.
A bout of severe knee tendonitis kept Nadal off court for 10 weeks of the 2009 season, a year which saw him relinquish both the French Open and Wimbledon titles.
And, after spectacularly winning the Australian Open title in a marathon five-setter against great rival Roger Federer 12 months ago, he won't want to surrender this crown without a fight.
As well as regaining his title, the Melbourne showpiece also provides Nadal with an early chance to kick-start his charge towards regaining the number one ranking.
The world number two is without a Tour title since May, but he did win the exhibition event in Abu Dhabi recently, so will still be expected to mount a serious assault on the trophy.
Ten-year Grand Slam History
| 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Open | - | QF | W | SF | QF | - | R4 | R3 | - | - |
| French Open | - | W | R4 | W | W | W | W | - | - | - |
| Wimbledon | - | W | - | W | RU | RU | R2 | - | R3 | - |
| US Open | - | W | SF | SF | R4 | QF | R3 | R2 | R2 | - |
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