McDonald's Evolution: From Milk Carton Lessons to Facing Rafael Nadal's Serve

Mackenzie McDonald is slated to face Rafael Nadal in the second round.

McDonald in action during Monday's four-hour battle against countryman Nakashima.

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Three years ago Mackenzie McDonald played Rafael Nadal for the first time.

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Mackenzie McDonald won the 2016 NCAA Division Tennis Championships in singles and doubles.

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Hobbled Rafael Nadal ‘mentally destroyed’ after Australian Open defeat

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McDonald He reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 48 and No. 90 in doubles.

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“I was just swinging the racquet and she was sitting there dropping balls.”

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McDonald said. “I’ve had my ins and outs with tennis for sure like every other player.

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Michael Mackenzie Lowe "Mackie" McDonald is an American professional tennis player.

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McDonald said. “This is something I’ll remember. I’m going to make it memorable.”

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