Rafael Nadal 81 Consecutive Match Clay Winning Streak

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Rafael Nadal now holds one of the greatest records in all sports -- the longest winning streak among male players on a single surface in the open era. Dating back to early 2005 through May, 2007, Rafa won 81 consecutive clay court matches.
During 2005, Nadal won 24 consecutive matches, the longest winning streak of any teenager in the open era, topping Andre Agassi's run of 23 matches in 1988. By May 2005, Nadal had reached the top 5 in the world rankings, becoming the youngest player to break into the top 10 since Andrei Medvedev in 1993.
First teenager to win a Grand Slam singles title since Pete Sampras won the 1990 U.S. Open at age 19. First teenager to win at least six titles in a year since Agassi in 1988 at the age of 18.
Broke Argentinian Guillermo Vilas's 29-year record of 53 consecutive clay court match victories after defeating Robin Soderling in the first round of the 2006 French Open.
By winning 81 consecutive clay court matches, Rafa surpassed John McEnroe's 75-match streak record on indoor carpet.
This is a very limited edition of only 50 pieces.
We have used the highest quality framing to enhance the beautiful piece. We have included an Ace Authentic Certificate of Authenticity to protect your investment.
The frame is solid mahogany wood.
Photo is 16" x 20"
Framed Piece is 24" x 30

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