Analysing how the Base Liners would have fared in the Serve-Volley era
2) Rafael Nadal
Nadal is another modern day legend and a proponent of baseline play. His heavy topspin shots and wall-like returning abilities has been the Achilles heel for many players.
With the top spin in access of 4500 rpm and passing shots in excess of 120 mph, it will be a daunting task for anyone to deploy serve-volley against him. However, players like Dustin Brown have had success against Nadal.
They were able to disturb his rhythm and introduced a factor of unpredictability. Similar style can make inroads against Nadal on fast courts.
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