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Spaniard Rafael Nadal prepares a forehand during his third round match with Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu at the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris, France on June 3, 2006. Nadal advanced to
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Spaniard Rafael Nadal prepares a forehand during his third round match with Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu at the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris, France on June 3, 2006. Nadal advanced to
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Spaniard Rafael Nadal prepares a forehand during his third round match with Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu at the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris, France on June 3, 2006. Nadal advanced to
One day, one epic match: Nadal - Mathieu (3rd round 2006) - Roland-Garros - The 2023 Roland-Garros Tournament official site
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