US Open 2019: Nadal defeats Millman in straight sets
New York, Aug 28 - Rafael Nadal registered an easy victory against Australia's John Millman on Tuesday to progress to the second round of the ongoing US Open.
Three-time champion Nadal defeated Millman in straight sets - 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
"I'm very happy with the victory and very happy to be back in New York," said Nadal after his win. "The first match is always a little bit new. Even if I've played here many times, the beginnings are not easy. The serve worked well tonight and while my backhand wasn't as good as it can be, I am very happy."
Nadal will next face another Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis who battled past Belarus' Ilya Ivashka 6-3, 7-6(8), 6-7(4), 6-2 in three hours and 48 minutes.
US Open 2019: Rafael Nadal vs John Millman, Match Highlights
"I'm very happy with the victory and very happy to be back in New York," said Nadal after his win. "The first match is always a little bit new. Even if I've played here many times, the beginnings are not easy. The serve worked well tonight and while my backhand wasn't as good as it can be, I am very happy."
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Nadal will next face another Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis who battled past Belarus' Ilya Ivashka 6-3, 7-6(8), 6-7(4), 6-2 in three hours and 48 minutes.
US Open 2019: Rafael Nadal vs John Millman, Match Highlights
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