Nadal Survives Scare, De Minaur Stuns in Barcelona
Australian Upsets Nadal in Second Round
Nadal ImproVes to 67-4 in Barcelona, De Minaur Avoids Early Exit
Rafael Nadal's return to the men's tour in Barcelona was met with a stern test, as he was forced to dig deep to overcome a spirited challenge from Alex De Minaur in the second round of the Barcelona Open 2024.
Nadal, who improved to 67-4 in Barcelona with the victory, looked to be in control early on, taking the first set 6-3. However, De Minaur showed resilience by staving off four break points to avoid falling behind 5-1. Despite his efforts, De Minaur was unable to fully shake off Nadal's relentless pressure.
The Australian dropped the second set 6-1, putting Nadal on the brink of victory. However, De Minaur produced a remarkable comeback in the third set, securing a 3-6 6-1 7-5 victory that stunned the crowd.
De Minaur's triumph marked a significant upset, as he entered the match with a 0-5 head-to-head record against Nadal. The victory is a testament to De Minaur's growing maturity and the unpredictable nature of modern tennis.
With the win, De Minaur advances to the third round of the Barcelona Open, where he will face either Karen Khachanov or Albert Ramos-Vinolas. Nadal, despite the setback, will be looking to bounce back quickly as he aims to extend his dominance on the clay courts of Barcelona.
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