Nadal and Federer bulldoze into Monte Carlo last 16


  • Tennis
  • Wednesday, 15 Apr 2015

Rafael Nadal of Spain returns the ball to Lucas Pouille of France during their match at the Monte Carlo Masters in Monaco April 15, 2015. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard

MONTE CARLO (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal returned to one of his favourite hunting grounds to thrash Frenchman Lucas Pouille at the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday as his build-up to the French Open began.

The Spaniard, who will be looking for a 10th Roland Garros title next month, enjoyed a 6-2 6-1 second-round victory.

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