The defeat to Rublev in the Monte Carlo quarterfinals has sapped Nadal's confidence. There is no better place than the Godó to retrieve it. The Balearic tennis player had to suffer in the first round against the Belarusian Ivashka, current number 111 of the ATP who demonstrated a greater talent than his ranking presumes. He defeated him in three sets (3-6, 6-2 and 6-4) after 2 hours and 21 minutes in which he had to row a lot to tie the victory and ensure his presence in the round of 16.
The last point was followed by a unique celebration. Despite the heights that we are in the tournament and the theoretical minor entity of the rival, Nadal did not hesitate to make a gesture that perfectly defines the essence of his tennis greatness. He wants to win every battle, he never gives up. Maxims that are examples of his personality.