Rafael Nadal defeats Alex de Minaur for statement Madrid win


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ATP Tour— Rafael Nadal showed sustained flashes of his vintage best in a statement second-round win against Alex de Minaur at the Mutua Madrid Open on...

The Independent—Rafael Nadal sees off Alex De Minaur to reach third round of Madrid Open. The Spaniard claimed his first victory over a top-20 opponent since 2022

Tennis.com—Rafa's revenge! Rafael Nadal conquers Alex de Minaur in gritty Madrid battle. That had to feel good Rafa, no? With King Felipe VI watching on Saturday at the Mutua Madrid Open, Rafael Nadal rose to the occasion for his most notable win of the 2024 season. Taking on Alex de Minaur for the second time in as many weeks, Nadal avenged his Barcelona defeat with a 7-6 (6), 6-3 victory in the second round of the ATP Masters 1000 event. His win over the world No. 11 is Nadal’s first against a Top 50 opponent in the three tournaments he’s entered so far this year.While Nadal...

Daily Express—Alex De Minaur 'losing all respect' for Rafael Nadal ahead of Madrid Open grudge match. Alex De Minaur will try and beat Rafael Nadal for the second time in two weeks when they meet at the Madrid Open.