Rafael Nadal took his first round over Aussie Bernard Tomic 6-4 (ret’d) to reach the second round at the Australian Open. His next round opponent is another Aussie, Thanasi Kokkinakis, who defeated Igor Sijsling of the Netherlands in his first round.
The sweltering day reached a high of 42 degrees C and presented harsh conditions for the players. The first set was played in a stifling 36 degrees. Tomic seemed to be in discomfort and took a brief medical time out, but returned to continue playing even though his movement and face registered pain. A break came late in the set for Rafa, who promptly took the first set at 6-4. Tomic then decided to retire.
Rafa is one match closer to winning his second Australian Open title and tying Pete Sampras’ 14 Grand Slam wins.
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!!! VAMMOSSS, RAFA !!!1 A MORDER ESTE TROFEO TAMBIEN ; CAMPEON !!! TE ADORO , DIOS TE BENDIGA Y TE ESTE DANDO FUERZAS !!!!
bon démarrage pour 2014 , bonne chance pour le reste de la saison . vamooooooos
Congratulations Rafa and Thank you for winning. I hope and pray you do great in your 2nd round match. God Bless and stay well. Love, Marylynn
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sorry that Tomic had to resign with ailment, but am happy that Rafa has moved thru to second round. go now Champ and win this AO. Vamooooooooos.
yes, Sijsling lost. I toldYou guys he is really a nono and he proved it.
Vamos Rafa!yessssss!Bite the Trophy for 2014 OZ slam!
GOD BLESS YOU RAFA!
Nadal nadal and nadal one and only he is rafael nadal.
Rafa is the best of world.