Rafael Nadal proved he's still a force on clay, rallying from a set down to defeat Belgian qualifier Zizou Bergs (4-6, 6-3, 6-4) in a thrilling first-round clash at the Italian Open! 🌟 The 10-time Rome champion faced fierce resistance from the 24-year-old underdog but unleashed his signature grit to survive the 3-hour marathon.
The Comeback King 👑
Nadal broke early but lost momentum as Bergs snatched the first set. The Spaniard fired back, saving two critical break points in the second set before dominating the decider. Bergs had four break opportunities in the final set—but Nadal's experience shone through. 🎯
Why It Matters 🔥
With Roland Garros weeks away, this win boosts Nadal's confidence amid injuries and raises the stakes for his next match. Fans worldwide are buzzing: Could this be the start of another historic clay-court run? 🤔
