Rafael Nadal wins fifth Madrid Open title, Simona Halep retains crown
Rafael Nadal and Kristina Mladenovic emerged victorious at the Madrid Open. Check out some of the best moments from the finals of the clay-court tournament.
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Rafael Nadal continued his impressive form heading into the French Open, winning his third straight title on clay with a 7-6 (8), 6-4 victory over Dominic Thiem in the Madrid Open final. Reuters
Dominic Thiem put up an impressive challenge in his first ATP Masters final but fell just short. AP
This was Rafael Nadal's fifth title in eighth Madrid Open finals, and the first since 2014. His other titles came in 2005, 2010 and 2013. AP
Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem shake hands after posing with their trophies at the end of the match. Reuters
Simona Halep won her second straight Madrid title by defeating Kristina Mladenovic of France 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-2 in nearly three hours. Reuters
Simona Halep celebrates after defeating Kristina Mladenovic in the Madrid Open final. Halep became the first player to successfully defend the title since Serena Williams in 2013. AP