Rafael Nadal is the player I like to watch the most, says Kafelnikov
In an interview to Tennis-Prose, the former world No. 1 Yevgeny Kafelnikov was asked about the players he likes watching the most. The Russian will be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport this weekend along with Li Na. "Rafael Nadal is the person that I like to watch the most and of course Marat Safin. Many people in our country miss his glory days." On Nadal, Kafelnikov added: "I think he’s a character, he brings charisma to the courts. He’s got good, fresh energy."
Kafelnikov also recalled one of his best tournaments in career: "French Open ’96. Because that’s the tournament I won where no one could even get close to me. All aspects came together at the right moment. I had signs that I was going to play well there. Beating Pete Sampras 62 62 the week before."
Asked about an embarassing tennis memory, he added: There was a few ones. Pretty much almost lost 60 60. (To who?) 60 61 to Jeff Tarango, believe it or not. Back in ’94 at one of the tournaments."
What about his favorite athletes? "Always thought that (Michael) Jordan was the best athlete of all time. I like to watch the New York Yankees, I like to go to Yankee Stadium when I’m in New York. I did like to watch Mike Tyson when he was the best. (Evander) Holyfield I admire for his courage and his toughness."
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