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Title favourite Rafael Nadal eases past Simone Bolelli in Roland Garros opener

The Spaniard had to return on Tuesday morning to finish his first-round clash against the lucky loser from Italy.

Title favourite Rafael Nadal eases past Simone Bolelli in Roland Garros opener

Tue, 29 May, 2018 - 16:47

Rafael Nadal's bid for an 11th French Open title is up and running after a straight-sets - but far from straightforward - win over Simone Bolelli.

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