Rafael Nadal could still win another major and return at the summit of the ATP world rankings, according to the Spaniard's new coach Carlos Moya.
Moya, who joined Nadal's coaching staff earlier this week, thinks Rafa can still win another Grand Slam singles title and return back in the top spot of the world rankings. Moya stressed that if Nadal could play throughout the next season without suffering any injuries, it is a feat not too impossible for the 14-time Grand Slam winner.
"I think Rafa can win majors again and be No.1. It's not that I think so; I'm sure. He is Rafa Nadal," Moya said, reports The Courier Mail. "The most important thing is he plays without injuries for the whole year. If he is healthy he can go back to being No.1 - his best game will show up."
It has been a while since Nadal last won a major in his professional career. The last time the Mallorcan conquered a Grand Slam event was back in 2014 at the French Open, where Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic in the final round for a record ninth Roland Garros crown.
Nadal was on track to win his a "La Decima" at the French Open this year, before a left wrist injury completely derailed his hopes of a historical feat. But considering the injuries Nadal suffered in recent years, it would be difficult to see Rafa immediately competing for a major. Nevertheless, Nadal remains clear about his goals of enjoying the game and playing at the highest level possible.
"I don't know," Nadal said when asked if fans would see his best at the Tour next year. "Being happy and playing well to win. These ones are my two goals, nothing more. And I am working to do it."
Nadal will kick start his 2017 campaign in Australia, making his Brisbane International debut before competing at the Australian Open against the likes of Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Djokovic.
"It's going to be the first time in my career that I'm going to play in Australia the first week of the season and I'm really excited about it," Nadal said, reports the ATP's official website.
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