Video - When Dimitrov Transcended Himself in Beijing: A Split Backhand Passing Shot Against Nadal
Split backhand, composure, power: Dimitrov produced one of the most spectacular points of his career against Nadal during the 2017 Beijing tournament.
At the 2017 Beijing ATP 500, Rafael Nadal triumphed after an already brilliant summer at the US Open. The Spaniard, at the peak of his form, still had to battle in the semifinal against Grigor Dimitrov, winning in three sets (6-3, 4-6, 6-1) after 2 hours and 16 minutes of play.
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In the final act, the Bulgarian produced the point of the match by unleashing a split backhand passing shot on Nadal's approach to the net. Stunned, the eventual tournament champion could only admire this stroke of genius from Dimitrov.
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