RAFAEL NADAL KING OF TENNIS

2019 Roland Garros R2 Rafael Nadal bt. Yannick Maden  6-1 6-2 6-4

Next opponent - David Goffin 

"He (Maden) is a good player. He had already won four matches so was full of confidence. For me, it was an important victory." 

''The main thing is, don't think about winning Roland Garros,'' the 11-time champion said after reaching the third round with a 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 win over German qualifier Yannick Maden.

The stands at Roland Garros are traditionally filled with children on Wednesdays, the traditional midweek day off for schools in France. Nadal was asked during his post-match interview if he could give some tips for success on the Parisian clay to the children who watched him dispatch his opponent.

''Have fun, enjoy, and try your best every single day,'' Nadal said. ''I never thought about (winning Roland Garros). I've just tried my best, enjoyed the process. Think about your personal feeling, the most important thing is to finish your career knowing you gave your best every single day.''

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• Last game and on-court interview

• Highlights

• Press conference