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Rafael Nadal's return to the French Open ended in disappointment Monday as he was defeated 2-0 by Alexander Zverev. The 14-time champion fought hard but was unable to overcome Zverev's powerful serve and aggressive play. Nadal was playing in his first match since withdrawing from the Australian Open due to injury. The defeat marks the first time Nadal has lost in the first round of the French Open since 2009.
Zverev, the No. 3 seed, dominated the match from the start, breaking Nadal's serve in the first game. Nadal fought back to 0-30 in the second game, but Zverev held on to take a 2-0 lead. Zverev continued to pressure Nadal, who was unable to find his rhythm. Zverev broke Nadal's serve again in the fourth game to take a commanding 4-0 lead. Nadal finally got on the board in the fifth game, but Zverev closed out the match with a break of serve in the sixth game.
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