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Currently, Nakamura is the physical trainer for MARIA SHARAPOVA.  In 2014, she regained the French Open title for the 2nd time which became her 5th grand slam title.  In 2012, she earned the French Open title for the first time. Then, she completed her career Grand Slam and regained the number one ranking in the world. 

Begins working with JESSICA KORDA since November 2014. Jessica reached out to Yutaka to help her train to become more athletic. The strong foundation they have built together includes emphasis on her fitness, nutrition, and recovery. They have one goal in mind; to achieve her peak athletic performance in golf.  

With MMTF (Morita Masaaki Tennis Fund), Nakamura partnered with Legendary coach Nick Bollettieri and Toru Yonezawa to develop the Japanese talent, Kei Nishikori from the age of 13 through 20. He won the ATP title in Delray Beach in 2008 at the age of 18 and became the first Japanese man in nearly sixteen years to win an ATP event.  

At IMG / Bollettieri Academy, Nakamura became Director of Performance to oversee all aspects of physical conditioing program for the academy students and professional players including Maria Sharapova, Mary Pierce, Kei Nishikori, Tommy Haas, Ryan Harrison, Xavier Malisse, Max Mirnyi and many others. 

Served as a consultant for Australian Davis Cup team members under two legendary captains, John Fitzgerald and Patrick Rafter.  The team members included Lleyton Hewitt, Bernard Tomic, Matthew Ebden & Marinko Matosevic respectively. 

With Tennis Australia, Yutaka focused on developing young Australian prospect Bernard Tomic.  Also became the head strength and conditioning coach for AIS (Australian Institute of Sports) Tennis based in Canberra. 　

Has presented and consulted about incorporating his theorty, principle and methology to numerous sports; such as Baseball, Basketeball, Soccer, American Football, Track, Tennis, Golf others.