Updated March 8th, 2021 at 19:35 IST

David Nalbandian does a Tiger Woods, suffers massive car accident but cheats death

Former Wimbledon finalist David Nalbandian does a Tiger Woods as he cheats death after a spectacular rally crash in his native Argentina.

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Former world number three and Wimbledon finalist David Nalbandian cheated death in a spectacular rally crash in his native Argentina. Nalbandian's crash is deemed to be similar to the Tiger Woods accident that took place about a month ago. Tiger Woods was found unconscious in his SUV after a rollover accident in a Los Angeles suburb.

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David Nalbandian car crash

David Nalbandian walked away from a horrific rally crash despite his car rolling several times after he lost control of the vehicle on a bend. However, this was not the first time that Nalbandian was seen in a car crash as the former tennis star has suffered two accidents previously in April 2015 and November 2016. It is remarkable that Nalbandian chose to take part in the rally competition despite his previous crashes.

Nalbandian, who retired from professional tennis in October 2013, spoke of his decision to test himself in rally. Nalbandian said, "Tennis was my job and racing is a hobby. It’s very different. I don’t have pressure here. I am learning and trying to do my best but not as a professional."

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Tiger Woods accident

Just as David Nalbandian suffered a horrific car crash and cheated death, so did Tiger Woods last month when he crashed into a sign. According to the affidavit, Woods' Genesis SUV hit a 'Welcome to Rolling Hills Estates' sign, crossed a divider and travelled more than 150 feet across the road and uprooted a tree before coming to a stop. As a result, Woods is believed to have sustained injuries and cuts to his face and multiple fractures to his right leg.

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David Nalbandian net worth

According to several unconfirmed reports, David Nalbandian's net worth is estimated to be about $20 million at the age of 38 years. Nalbandian is believed to have won about $11,114,755 in career earnings while the rest of the income is believed to be as a result of sponsorships. Nalbandian's best performance at a Grand Slam has been reaching the Wimbledon final in 2002 when he lost to Lleyton Hewitt in straight sets.

David Nalbandian kicks linesman

David Nalbandian is known for famously landing a line judge in hospital in the final of the Aegon Championships at the Queen's Club in London in 2012. Nalbandian kicked an advertising board that struck the official on his shin. As a result, Nalbandian ended up forfeiting his prize money, and also lost 150 ATP rankings points.

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Published March 8th, 2021 at 19:35 IST