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Rafael Nadal is one of the big three players of this generation and an inspiration for aspiring young blood. Further, owing to his excellent gameplay and down-to-earth behavior, he receives adoration from fans of all age groups.

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Though all his fans respect and support him, a few little things differentiate them. As every age group has a different way of showing love. For the current generation, it is imitating the 22 times Grand Slam champion’s on-court and off-court actions.

What would Rafael Nadal do in an office?

Recently Elliot Loney, a comedian, impersonator, and tennis coach, shared a skit encompassing the things Nadal would do if he worked in a corporate office. He imitated the Spaniards’ walk, expressions, attire, and accent.

Loney opened the clip with a shot of Nadal entering the office with a crowd cheering his name. Then he gives an interview just like how players do in a post match conference. In reference to analysing the aspects of the game, he speaks about the office. And says, “Well, it’s been fantastic for me and you can not get this kind of intensity from normal office work.”

Thereafter, he recreates Nadal’s rituals and treats his workplace like a tennis court. Following that when asked about what he brings to the table. Loney’s Nadal says, “My intensity, my focus, and my forehand.”

Read more: VIDEO: When a Young Rafael Nadal Fulfills a Female Fan’s Wish by Flexing His Muscles

Further, the skit garnered mixed reactions from the fans while some found the clip highly entertaining and accurate. Others stood firm on the point that the portrayal was wrong as the 36-year-old would never throw a racket.

What is Nadal up to?

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The former World no.1 after walking out of the Wimbledon championships because of a gruesome abdominal injury took some time off the court. With weeks in hand before the US Open commences, he gifted himself a trip.

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Following that, Nadal enrolled in the ATP 1000 event in Montreal to oil his skills for the last Grand Slam of the year. He will soon compete for his fifth Canadian Masters title after missing the chance to defend it last year.

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Then the 14 times French Open champion will step onto the hard courts of the US Open. There he will aim for his 23rd Grand Slam and fifth US Open title.