Second seed Rafael Nadal wasted no time getting down to business on Friday at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel, recording a convincing 6-1, 6-2 win over third seed Marin Cilic to reach the final in Acapulco. “I have to be playing well to win like this against a player like Marin, so I’m pleased with the performance,” said Nadal. “I’m happy with my focus in important moments, saving break points with good shots. I enjoyed the atmosphere here, so it’s great for me to be in the final.” Nadal remains undefeated at this event, improving to 14-0 and winning all 28 sets he has played. Both of his previous Acapulco titles, in 2005 and 2013, came on red clay. Nadal also...
Second seed Rafael Nadal wasted no time getting down to business on Friday at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel, recording a convincing 6-1, 6-2 win over third seed Marin Cilic to reach the final in Acapulco. “I have to be playing well to win like this against a player like Marin, so I’m pleased with the performance,” said Nadal. “I’m happy with my focus in important moments, saving break points with good shots. I enjoyed the atmosphere here, so it’s great for me to be in the final.” Nadal remains undefeated at this event, improving to 14-0 and winning all 28 sets he has played. Both of his previous Acapulco titles, in 2005 and 2013, came on red clay. Nadal also...
Rafael Nadal discusses his performance against Marin Cilic at Abierto Mexicano Telcel and looks ahead to Saturday's final. Watch live matches at tennistv.com.
Rafael Nadal produces an improbable winner with a flick of the wrist during his semi-final against Marin Cilic at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel. Watch live matches at tennistv.com. Photo: Getty Images
Watch Thursday highlights of Rafael Nadal's win, Sam Querrey versus Dominic Thiem and Nick Kyrgios versus Novak Djokovic at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel. Watch live matches at tennistv.com.