Nadal emerge victorious
In yet another clash between the two champions Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, Nadal emerged victorious by claiming a record 18th Masters 1000 title as he defeated rival Roger Federer 6-4, 7-6 in the pair's first meeting in a year to win the Madrid title on Sunday.
RAFAEL Nadal has made a successful return to grand slam tennis, thrashing Richard Gasquet 6-2 6-2 6-3 in the first round of the US Open.