Spaniard Rafael Nadal says he's in perfect shape after conquering Marin Cilic to enter quarter-finals
Spaniard Rafael Nadal says he's in perfect shape after conquering Marin Cilic to enter quarter-finals
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Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates his 6-2, 6-4, 6-3 win over Croatia's Marin Cilic in the Australian Open yesterday. PIC/GETTY IMAGES |
The Spaniard, who is bidding to become the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to hold all four grand slams simultaneously, set up a quarter-final against countryman David Ferrer after seeing off the big-serving Croatian 6-2, 6-4, 6-3.
He said: "Today I felt very good. I didn't sweat like the other days. So that's fantastic news for me.
"In previous days I was sweating like crazy and I was feeling very tired.
"Today was the first time that I felt perfect physically. "And even better news is I played much better than previously. I was able to play with high intensity, very good rhythm, playing more inside the court.
"The serve worked better today. So, in general, I think it was a very good match for me and very important victory. "I am very happy because I played my best match of the year at the Australian Open," he signed off.
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