PHOTOS/VIDEO: 2017 Barcelona Open R3 Rafael Nadal vs. Kevin Anderson

2017 Barcelona Open R3 Rafael Nadal bt. Kevin Anderson  6/3 6/4

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"It has not been easy," said Nadal, "since Kevin is a very tall player and in comfortable positions hits the ball very well. I tried to make him hit in motion and he was not comfortable playing two or three balls. They were not the best conditions for me because it suits me when that the ball is more alive. "

“It wasn’t a day where I took a lot of free points because the court was very heavy. But I was serving well, at a good speed and changing directions well,” said Nadal. “I had the chance to hit my forehand after my serve and take control of the rallies, so I’m very happy with how I played.”

Photos: AFP; AP; Banco Sabadell

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