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Andy Roddick reacts to the Chucker's Top 5 most dominant French Open victories. From his iconic 2005 debut to the unbeatable 2008 run, Andy dives into the unique conditions, unforgettable opponents, and astonishing dominance that defined each of these tournament wins. Plus, he shares personal insights and memories — including how Nadal’s spin and footwork terrorized even the best players in cooler conditions.

Which of Rafa’s French Open runs do you think was his most impressive?
Do you think anyone will ever dominate Roland Garros the way Nadal has?

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20 Comments

@madamira 1 year ago

For me, his 2017 win was his greatest performance. His opponents never won more than 4 games in any set. In 2008, his offensive game was at its peak on clay. But in 2017, it felt like poetry in motion from Rafa. He was a complete player, mastering every aspect of the game on clay. It felt flawless—like the first time you could describe a clay performance as elegant. If 2008 was a storm, then 2017 was a symphony.

But again, this is subjective. I have a very special connection to his 2017 performance. He had gone two years without a Grand Slam. Everyone thought his career was done. But then he came back, delivered a masterclass, and won his 10th French Open—the first man to win 10 titles at the same Grand Slam.

@POK2008 1 year ago

I vividly remember the 2008 French Open. Rafa was an unstoppable force throughout the tournament. I was rooting for Roger in the final, but honestly, a snowball had a better chance surviving on the sun’s surface than he did of winning that match.

@j.a.9301 1 year ago

2008 Nadal was that final boss you just can’t defeat.

@Samsungs6liteuser 1 year ago

Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros is the Final Boss in Tennis!!

@angerisdiscipline3913 1 year ago

As a federer fain I am so glad in 2008 I arrived late and couldnt watch the final and never watched the highlights after that and saved my self some ptsd , it is really scary that a player can demolish federer in this way

@angerisdiscipline3913 1 year ago

for me :
1- 2008 no doubt pure monster at his apex best
2- 2017 scary version of nadal his best ever shot making for me
3- 2012 amazing clay season he was very very good
4- 2007 not far off 2008 just less mature and maybe the conditions werent as heavy and slow as in 2008
5- 2010 another masterclass of domination 0 sets dropped and sweeped all the clay season

@ivandesantis858 1 year ago

For me the 2008 Final was the one I remember most. He beat Federer 6-1,6-3,6-0 but the moment I remember most was a point that Federer won where 4 or 5 of his shots caught the side lines and the baseline and after the point Mary Carrillo said that's how you beat Rafa on clay DON'T HIT THE CLAY !!

@rafaelnadalforever 1 year ago

It is actually insane that he won that many titles so we are able to think about making a top 5 pick. Many players would wish to even have 5 GS titles. Btw for rafa we can even think about a top 10 list at a single event. :D

@ellencourtney7187 1 year ago

It’s a joke that certain commentators are calling anyone the “new king of clay”. Let us know when anyone wins at least 10 titles at any clay tournament, never mind 10!+ at multiple clay tournaments. There is only one King of Clay, he’s the GOAT, that’s not changing

@Makle84 1 year ago

So basically it doesn't matter if they move the French into the cold, have his opponent on drugs, have a recent injury.....as long as it's on clay, then Nadal is winning!

@zathomas1930 1 year ago

1. 2008 - young/highest peak on clay. The results in that tournament tell the tale.

2. 2017 - ferocious redemption to glory.

3. 2012 - FHDTL, as his new weapon to combat Novak & punish opponents, was devastating.

4. 2010 - followed his first ever loss at Roland Garros, which led to winning three slams on three different surfaces. Won all clay tournaments that year.

5. 2020 - bagelled Novak in the Final and didn't lose a set all tournament.

@LagunaSomm 1 year ago (edited)

Honestly tho, just imagine that. Imagine being in Andy’s shoes, watching Rafa, watching Roger, watching Novak and all those guys just coming up, meanwhile you’re still playing and going, “oh my God, what the f**k”. I mean, Andy, you tell us, but that’s what I’d be thinking😂

@seanwilcoxson 1 year ago

I’m all in on 2005 - debut winning the whole thing is CRAZY

@uncletony6210 1 year ago

for someone who hates pickleball, Andy sure gave the lady ref a hard time while getting beaten by Agassi. A 40 year old man with the snark of a 14 year old girl. That's our Andy! :D