Rafael Nadal wins in straight sets at Barcelona Open on injury return
by Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports— Rafael Nadal enjoys a winning start at the Barcelona Open as he returns from another long-term injury in what could be his final year before retirement.
BBC—Madrid Open: Rafael Nadal begins farewell with straight-set win. Rafael Nadal begins his Madrid Open farewell with a comfortable straight-set win over American teenager Darwin Blanch.
The Guardian—Rafael Nadal makes winning return in first round at Barcelona Open. Rafael Nadal made a winning return to the match court with victory over Flavio Cobolli in the first round of the Barcelona Open.
The Telegraph—Rafael Nadal makes winning return at Barcelona Open and says he has 'no pain'. Rafael Nadal enjoyed a straightforward homecoming at the Barcelona Open after 102 days on the sidelines, but questions about his physical state remain.Before Tuesday, 22-time major champion Nadal had not played a competitive tennis match since January at the Brisbane Open. Hip and abdominal injuries have affected him ever since, curtailing what is expected to be his farewell season.After pulling out of last week’s Monte Carlo tournament, 37-year-old Nadal was adamant about returning on the clay...