Coach: Andy can Si off Raf

Jul 6 2008 By Gavin Berry

RAFA NADAL'S coach insists Andy Murray can overtake the super Spaniard despite being dumped by him in straight sets at Wimbledon.

There is only a year between the pair in age but there looked a huge gulf in class when they met in the quarter-final.

But Nadal's coach and uncle Toni Nadal still believes the Scot has enough to one day go ahead of his nephew in the world rankings.

He said: "Andy could overtake Rafa because he's one of the best players in the world. He is only 21 and gets better every year.

"Rafael had four years at No.2 so it could be a while before Murray moves up.

"He has a good touch, a good serve and intelligence on the court. The potential is there for him.

"Of course Nadal wants to be better too so the pair could be close soon."