As a victor, Nadal confides: "I need victories to build confidence"

le 16/07/2024 à 17h35

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Rafael Nadal made a successful debut in Bastad.

Playing his first match since the French Open, the Spaniard mastered his game to dispose of Léo Borg, son of Bjorn Borg, in just under 1 h 30 (6-3, 6-4).

Interviewed on court after the match, 'Rafa' paid tribute to his opponent: "It's a huge honor to face the son of one of the greatest legends in the history of this sport. He played pretty well, defended very well, and I wish him all the best.

For my part, I need victories to boost my confidence. Playing in front of such a big crowd means a lot to me, it pushes me to keep training day after day."

Nadal Rafael

Non classé

Borg Leo

536e, 76 points

Nadal R • WC

Borg L • WC

Bastad

Draw

As a victor, Nadal confides: "I need victories to build confidence"

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Let's make that wish for all 2000 plus players hoping for 5 wins each day. Hoping ŵhen we open the results page to see all green, and no red. And especially NO CANCELED matches.

From me and my rotti JAZ, I bid you all good night, and see you in...

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Seasons best to all the regulars in our league.

Will you all be back in the new year.?

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