Record-breaker Nadal thrilled with success

Clay-court king Rafael Nadal was unable to hide his delight after setting a new record for consecutive wins on the surface and securing his place in the second round of the French Open.

The 19-year-old Spaniard routed Sweden’s Robin Soderling 6-2 7-5 6-1 on Philippe Chatrier court to mark his 54th successive win on clay, beating Guillermo Vilas’ previous record which had stood since 1977.