Nadal puts Thiem in his place

Rafael Nadal handed Dominic Thiem a clay-court lesson to move into the third round of the French Open.

Rafael Nadal handed Dominic Thiem a clay-court lesson to move into the third round of the French Open.

Thiem, 20, is one of tennis’ brightest young talents but Nadal was close to his ruthless best in a 6-2 6-2 6-3 victory.

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