French Open 2013: Nadal sets a new mark of greatness
Rafa Nadal made light work of fellow Spaniard David Ferrer to win the French Open final 6-3 6-2 6-3 on Sunday and become the first man to win eight singles titles at the same tournament.
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Rafael Nadal hugs compatriot David Ferrer after defeating him in three sets 6-3, 6-2, 6-3, in the final of the French Open tennis tournament, at Roland Garros stadium in Paris. Christophe Ena/Associated Press
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Rafael Nadal holds the trophy with seven inscriptions of his name after winning the French Open for the eight time, defeating compatriot David Ferrer in three sets 6-3, 6-2, 6-3, in the final of the French Open tennis tournament, at Roland Garros stadium in Paris. Christophe Ena/Associated Press
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Rafael Nadal speaks to the crowd next to David Ferrer, Olympic champion Usain Bolt and President of the International Tennis Federation Francesco Bitti Ricci as he celebrates victory in the men’s singles final. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images
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Rafael Nadal is presented with the Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy by Usian Bolt after the men’s singles final against David Ferrer at French Open Final in Roland Garros. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images
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Security guards attempt to extinguish a flare after a protester ran on court waving it before the start of a game in the Men’s Singles final match between Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images
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(L-R) Rafael Nadal girlfriend Xisca Perello, sister Isabel Nadal and mother Ana Maria Parera arrive for his Men’s Singles final match against David Ferrer during day fifteen of the French Open at Roland Garros. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images


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