Rafael Nadal’s start to the season left everyone speechless. The Spanish champion, back from a long stop due to injury, won the Australian Open by creating a memorable ride. In a tournament that had often been hostile to him in the past, the former world number 1 found his redemption by lifting the 21st Major of his extraordinary career.Thanks to the victory obtained in Melbourne, the Majorcan overtook Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic in the all-time Grand Slam standings. Rafa also became the fourth man in history to have conquered all majors at least twice (along with Djokovic, Rod Laver and Roy Emerson).The 35-year-old from Manacor will try to reach 22 already at Roland Garros, where he will start with the underdogs. Meanwhile, Nadal reached the round of 1 …

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