Rathan-Mayes: "When you think about winning, you think about playing for Real Madrid"
"Real Madrid is the biggest name in Europe and it's something I've worked for all my life," said the Canadian point guard.
Xavier Rathan-Mayes spoke to Realmadrid TV and gave his first interview as a Real Madrid player. The Canadian point guard said: "To be able to come to a club like Real Madrid and to be able to represent Real Madrid is something very important. Real Madrid is the biggest club in Europe and a lot of people dream of playing here. It's something I've worked for all my life. I've dedicated time and effort to it."
"It's an opportunity that means a lot. I'm very grateful for it and very excited to be here. The chance to play with great players and be with teammates who want to win titles at a very high level is special. When you think about winning, you think about playing for Real Madrid."
His moment of form
"I have reached my maximum level mentally, physically and emotionally at this stage. It's the best time to come to Real Madrid because I'm playing my best basketball. I'm a player with character, who can score, with a lot of quality and who only thinks about winning. The skill that makes me special is the ability to score and also to be able to create play for my teammates. I can play in several positions and perform well. I will be able to perform well whatever my role is."
Chus Mateo
"He seems like the best coach to play for. He lets his players be themselves. I'm looking forward to playing for a coach who allows his players that freedom within a system."
His father
"When I signed for Real Madrid the first thing my father said to me was: Real Madrid! It was a very special moment between the two of us. He has told me things. It's the best league in Europe, a very physical competition. It's a challenge I'm looking forward to and for which I'm ready. I'm very excited because he played in the ACB, because of his past and to continue that saga. It's very special for us."
Message to madridismo
"Hello madridistas. I'm very happy to be here and excited about the season, to win titles together and to contribute to the team in this special year. Hala Madrid!"