Australian Open 2023: Rafael Nadal wins over Jack Draper

Australian Open 2023: Nadal said needed this win after he began title defense with a win over Draper

Defending champion Rafael Nadal defeated Britain's Jack Draper 7-5, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the first round of the Australian Open 2023 on Monday,

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Australian Open 2023: Nadal said needed this win after he began title defense with a win over Draper

Defending champion Rafael Nadal defeated Britain's Jack Draper 7-5, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the first round of the Australian Open 2023 on Monday,

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