Learn about the incredible life of Rafa Nadal, the dedicated sportsperson who's tenacity and drive has inspired young athletes across the world.
Little Rafa was born in Majorca, Spain. Encouraged by his two uncles, he started playing football and tennis, but found that he particularly excelled on the court. His uncle Toni became his coach and Rafa soon dreamt of winning tournaments. He was fiercly dedicated and worked hard at his technique and stamina – always being the first to arrive at practice and the last to leave. Then, at just fifteen years old, he became a professional, and seven years later was the number one tennis player in the world!
His journey has not been without challenges –
Product details
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books (6 Jun. 2024)
Language : English
Hardcover : 32 pages
ISBN-10 : 0711298602
ISBN-13 : 978-0711298606
Reading age : 4 - 7 years
Dimensions : 20 x 25 x 1 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 20,960 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
1 in Children's Books on Racket Sports
7 in Tennis Biographies
47 in Sports & Recreation Biographies for Children
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