Rafael Nadal lost in straight sets to Alexander Zverev on Monday in what could possibly be his final match in the French Open – a Grand Slam he dominated throughout his career.
Rafael Nadal has owned the clay court at Roland Garros throughout his career, but in what could be his final appearance in the French Open, he lost in the first round in straight sets. Alexander Zverev, the No. 4-ranked men’s tennis player in the world, took down the Spanish legend that is Nadal, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, to move on to the second round.
But, for me, it’s so special to feel the love from people in the place I love the most.' While Zverev dominated the match as a whole, there were vintage 'Rafa' moments throughout, including an incredible forehand on the run after a Zverev overhand that should’ve resulted in a point. Instead, Nadal shot it back down the line and the crowd roared with the lefty having a chance to come back as the third set was tied 3-3 at the time.
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