Rafa Nadal hopes to kickstart new season with victory in Abu Dhabi

This content was originally posted in 7DAYS UAE website at: Rafa Nadal hopes to kickstart new season with victory in Abu Dhabi Rafael Nadal hopes a third title at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship can act as a springboard for further success in 2016. The Spanish ace has struggled with injuries this year and for the first time in a decade failed to win a Grand Slam title. But now Nadal feels he is back in peak shape and is determined to make an early statement for 2016 in Abu Dhabi. “Coming to Abu Dhabi for the Mubadala World Tennis Championship is always special, it is the perfect preparation for me to get ready for a new season,” said Nadal. “I feel in great shape so it should be incredible experience for me, for the other players and of course for the fans coming out to support us. “It’s a very important springboard for what’s to come in the season ahead. With the strong competition lined up, I’ll be trying to set myself up for a strong campaign. “Hopefully I can be successful and lift that trophy for the third time.” Nadal will get a bye into the second day of the tournament where he will face either David Ferrer or Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. The Mubadala World Tennis Championship will take place from 31st December – 2nd January 2016 at the International Tennis Centre at Zayed Sports City. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.ae and all Virgin Megastores, or by calling 800 TMUAE (86 823) or +971 4 3662289 for International calls. Read the original story at: Rafa Nadal hopes to kickstart new season with victory in Abu Dhabi