Ep 10: Rafael Nadal: Clark Kent vs Superman or the Power of the Alter Ego to Win

The Players' Lounge (Tennis Podcast)

This week, Rafael Nadal has announced that he would not defend his title at this year's US Open and also implied that he wouldn't play at the French Open if he was not sure about the safety measures. That news is a great opportunity to take a closer look at this incredible champion who is quite shy and introverted in his daily life but who knows how to unlock his alter ego, the fearless gladiator who's been electrifying the ATP Tour for almost 20 years.

In this episode you will learn :

What's an alter ego in sports (from 2'37 to 5'19);

How Toni Nadal created Rafa's alter ego to build his champion's mindset (from 5'20 to 17'26);

Why and How you should create your sports alter ego (from 17'27 to 30'53);

The importance of rituals to improve your performance (from 30'54 to 37'23);

How to find a good balance with your alter ego (from 37'24 to 43'06)