Rafael Nadal made his opponent smile after this between-the-legs shot
Rafael Nadal began his bid for a 10th French Open title in style Tuesday.
In the third set against Australian challenger Sam Groth, the “King of Clay” proved he’s still got the moves with a crazy between-the-legs shot.
What a shot ! Quel coup de génie de Rafa #RG16 https://t.co/UNcocMCnlc
— Roland Garros (@rolandgarros) May 24, 2016
All Nadal and Groth could do was laugh and take in the raucous applause from the crowd.
Nadal needed just three sets to take down Groth, winning 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 to advance to the second round.
The world No. 5 had a rough 2015, but has looked stronger in 2016. With No. 3 Roger Federer pulling out of Roland Garros due to injury, Nadal won’t face No. 1 Novak Djokovic until the semifinals.