In Nadal's Footsteps, Munar Claims Maiden Title In Segovia
It was exactly 14 years ago that a precocious 17-year-old Spaniard named Rafael Nadal stood on centre court in Segovia, with both arms clutching the ATP Challenger Tour trophy. Fast forward to Sunday and another Mallorca native was reveling in the same experience. Jaume Munar celebrated his maiden Challenger title at the Open Castilla y Leon, claiming a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Aussie teen Alex de Minaur. He dropped just one set during his breakthrough week on home soil, which included a signature win over top seed Marcel Granollers in the quarter-finals. "I'm very happy," Munar told ATPWorldTour.com. "For me, these last few months were very difficult. I did not win many matches, despite all the work I was putting...