“I play tennis despite my disability” Inspired by Rafael Nadal & Novak Djokovic, a fan hopes to promote inclusion in tennis
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Novak, Rafael Nadal and the fan Arthur Delaye
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal have reached the zenith in tennis with their record-breaking career titles. They are among the best players in the history of the sport and have served as a means of inspiration to scores of people throughout the world and not just in the field of tennis.
They have shown the biggest hearts and the hardest of fighting spirit to survive the tough matches and moments throughout their careers. They have been at their peak for such a long time, and they haven’t stopped yet. Unsurprisingly, they have inspired a fan who has picked up the racquet despite suffering from a rare disease.
The courage to bring a change: Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic’s contributions go beyond the sport
The fan Arthur Delaye differs from cerebral palsy which affects his physical condition. This disorder causes movement disorders that appear in early childhood. Signs and symptoms vary among people and over time but include poor coordination, stiff muscles, weak muscles, and tremors.
Arthur has already visited the Rafa Nadal Academy and met the legend himself. He received some training sessions there and the meeting with one’s hero is obviously a dream come true for the young man. He already plays tennis with a lot of enthusiasm and pretty well too given the condition Arthur suffers from. He hopes to play tennis with Nadal and Djokovic and spread the message of inclusion with the means of this great sport.
This young man carries a beacon of hope for promoting inclusion by proving that no limitation is big enough and disability should not be used to exclude some people. We can make them feel welcome and share the joy with everyone.
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Prateek Sinha
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