PARIS (Reuters) - After admitting to struggling with his self-confidence last month, Rafa Nadal believes his frazzled nerves have now been consigned to history as he launches his bid for a record extending ninth French Open title.
The world number one admitted his confidence was shaken following early claycourt exits at the Monte Carlo Masters and Barcelona Open in the run up to the Paris major where he has a phenomenal 59-1 win-loss record.
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