Rafael Nadal Wins U.S. Open, Career Grand Slam

With his convincing U.S. Open victory over Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal completed his Grand Slam—and cemented his place ahead of Roger Federer. Joshua Robinson on Nadal’s scary-good career prospects.

Joshua Robinson

Published Sep. 13 2010 9:33PM EDT

articles/2010/09/14/rafael-nadal-next-greatest-player-who-ever-lived-wins-us-open/robinson-nadal_126658_fpgmkn — Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic to capture the U.S. Open men's singles title and complete a career Grand Slam. (Mike Groll / AP Photo)

With his convincing U.S. Open victory over Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal completed his career Grand Slam—and moved one step closer to Roger Federer. Joshua Robinson on Nadal’s scary-good career prospects.

From underneath the black headband that seems to squeeze his eyes closer together, Rafael Nadal’s dark gaze gave nothing away.

Rafael Nadal Wins U.S. Open, Career Grand Slam

With his convincing U.S. Open victory over Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal completed his Grand Slam—and cemented his place ahead of Roger Federer. Joshua Robinson on Nadal’s scary-good career prospects.

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