Hi,
Our new episode is officially live — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.
Today we sit down with Gustavo Marcaccio, Tennis Director at the Rafa Nadal Academy and one of the few coaches who has been part of Rafa Nadal’s inner circle.
Gustavo’s journey is incredible: from professional tennis player, to coaching stars like Juan Monaco, to spending two years coaching Rafa himself. In this conversation, he shares rare insights into what truly distinguishes elite competitors.
But what stands out most is his focus on developing people, not just players.
At the Academy in Mallorca, Gustavo and his team work every day to instill Rafa’s core values in young athletes — hard work, respect, humility, gratitude, and intentional effort.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What he observed inside Rafa’s training environment
- The habits and mindset that separate great athletes from good ones
- How parents can better support young players
- Why character development is at the center of the Academy’s philosophy
- Practical advice families can apply right away
It’s an inspiring, grounded conversation for parents, coaches, and young athletes alike.
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