Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal continues hot form, taking Mexico tennis title in straight sets
- The Spanish world number five collects his fourth crown in Acapulco, beating Britain’s Cameron Norrie 6-4, 6-4 in the final
- It was Nadal’s 15th straight victory since returning from a foot problem that sidelined him for almost six months last year
Australian Open champion Rafa Nadal captured his fourth title in Acapulco, continuing his good run with a 6-4 6-4 triumph over Cameron Norrie in the final of the ATP 500 event.
Nadal stormed through the Acapulco draw without dropping a set to claim his third straight title of 2022, adding to victories in an Australian Open tune-up event and the hard court major in Melbourne last month.
The Spanish world number five has won 15 straight matches since returning from a foot issue that sidelined him for nearly six months last year. He looked in fine form as he fended off a determined Norrie to wrap up the win after an hour 54 minutes in hot, humid conditions.
“It was a very humid day, very difficult conditions,” Nadal said in his on-court interview. “Cameron is a solid player, a very tricky player who makes you feel uncomfortable.
“I went through some difficult moments in the match, but I was able to survive and take advantage when I had opportunities.”