PARIS — Rafael Nadal, the defending men’s champion here, easily beat Richard Gasquet once again, reaching the fourth round of the French Open with a crushing 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 win on Saturday. 1, is gaining momentum in his bid for a record-extending 11th title at Roland Garros, and Gasquet never looked remotely like stopping him. Nadal, of Spain, inflicted a 16th defeat on Gasquet, who has lost every encounter dating to 2004. “He’s someone I really appreciate,” said Nadal, who has been friends with Gasquet since their junior days. “I’m just sorry that he had to play me again here, but that’s the sport.”

Source: New York Times June 02, 2018 13:38 UTC