• Rogers Cup

Nadal happy with his knees

ESPN staff
August 9, 2010
Rafael Nadal's focus is back on tennis after enjoying Spain's win in the World Cup © Getty Images
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Rafael Nadal will make his first appearance since winning Wimbledon at the Rogers Cup and the world No. 1 is happy with his fitness and form.

Nadal and his coaching team are tailoring his schedule in a bid to reduce stress on his troublesome knees and his hard-court preparations for the US Open will centre on the Rogers Cup in Toronto. As well as playing in the singles, Nadal will team up with Novak Djokovic in the doubles and his contentment with his knees that prompted him to play in the doubles.

"Last year I didn't play because I had problems with the knee," Nadal told the ATP's official website. "This year I like the idea. Doubles is an important part of the game and you can improve lots of parts of your game. Playing with Novak will be positive. I am excited. He is one of the most talented players in the world. To have him in my half of the court will be a nice experience.

"I am feeling confident with my body. I am not thinking of my body, I am thinking about tennis. I am in perfect condition.

"After Wimbledon I did some prevention treatment [for my knees] and I stopped for three weeks. But then I started to practice a little more each day and I will continue to practice a little harder in the next few days."

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