Rafael Nadal bounced back in a big way in 2016 to claim three straight titles without dropping a set. Dominic Thiem ended Nadal’s streak in the 2019 semi-final, prevailing 6-4 6-4 in just over two hours to deny the Spaniard the 12th trophy at home.Barcelona closed its doors in 2020 due to the pandemic, and Nadal returned to the court that bears his name last April. After a slow start against Ilya Ivashka and Kei Nishikori, Rafa eliminated Cameron Norrie and Pablo Carreno Busta to advance to the 12th Barcelona final.In one of the most exciting matches of the season, Nadal defeated Mo …

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