Speaking with Eurosport following his landmark victory, Daniel Rincon highlighted how important the influence of Rafael Nadal has been on his growth as an athlete. The Spaniard asserted that development is not only about what you do, but also whom you surround yourself with
Daniel Rincon further went on to point out that Rafael Nadal’s uncle Toni has also been a great influence in his career so far. Rincon revealed how Toni always stresses on the importance of not letting success get to your head, particularly after a big triumph like the one the teenager has just had.
“Suddenly, having him in front of you and seeing him for real was shocking” - Daniel Rincon talks on his first meeting with Rafael Nadal
During the course of the interview, Daniel Rincon recalled how he was left starstruck by Rafael Nadal the first few times he met him. Rincon also asserted that he is as happy and excited to spend time with the 20-time Grand Slam champion today as he was when they first met.
Daniel Rincon also revealed that Rafael Nadal was his idol growing up, and that the 35-year-old has given him the “most special congratulations” in his career so far.
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