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Spain 1-0 up with win over Kyrgios 10.16am GMT
First set: de Minaur* 4-2 Nadal (*denotes server): “Live by the sword, die by the sword,” says Tim Henman on commentary about de Minaur’s strategy. The
Australian has been ferocious so far, going for every opening, and nailing most of them. He streaks to 40-0 without breaking sweat but Nadal reminds him of his class with a forehand that moves through the air like a Roberto Carlos free-kick and a backhand drilled past his opponent’s toes. At 30-40 what feels like would could be a pivotal rally begins to unfold, players shifting one side then the other before de Minaur hits long. 40-0 to deuce - is this Nadal’s opportunity?
No. A backhand finds the net then de Minaur crunches a forehand winner for a gritty hold. 10.09am GMT
First set: de Minaur 3-2 Nadal* (*denotes server): Routine hold for the king of Roland Garros.