The King & The Prince of Clay


Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem are at the height of their powers as rulers on the terre battue. But as far as the Roland Garros Title count goes Rafa reigns supreme with 12. How did Nadal overcome a 5 match losing streak to his archrival Roger Federer? How did Thiem again triumph over Djokovic on clay? The truth is in the numbers. We cover all the difference making stats from the semi-finals to the finals.

Theme music brought to by: Kevin MacLeod. With excerpts from his song, “Cool Rock”.

What Stats are Key at the French Open?


The semi-finals are set. Federer versus the all time clay court great, Rafa Nadal and Djokovic versus the prince of clay Dominic Thiem. All the numbers and matches that led up to the final rounds are dissected. The most interesting stat and best match of the tourney thus far are shared. What does it take to win on clay from an analytics standpoint?

Theme music brought to by: Kevin MacLeod. With excerpts from his song, “Cool Rock”.