Second seed Rafael Nadal eases into French Open third round

Rafael Nadal runs for a forehand during his victory over Mackenzie McDonald. Picture: Christophe Ena/AP

Rafael Nadal laid down a marker with a thumping win over Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the French Open.

The 12-time champion said before the tournament that he expected this Roland Garros to be his biggest challenge because of the slow conditions and heavy balls.