It is not easy for athletes of all disciplines to manage their first seasonal commitments in the best way. The path that leads to the debut in the new tennis year, in particular, is characterized by unknowns and doubts that only training and sweat can dissipate. After the foot injury and the positivity at Covid-19, this year it was Rafael Nadal who became the protagonist of a fantastic ride. The Spanish champion, almost six months after his last official match, returned to the field at the ATP 250 tournament in Melbourne and literally dominated his opponents. The big question mark in view of the Australian Open was linked to his physical condition and the possibility of expressing a high level of play even in a match at the best of five sets. Nadal erased all doubts thanks to his immense ta …