Rafael Nadal of Spain looks on in his first round match against Marcos Daniel of Brazil during day two of the 2011 Australian Open.. © Lucas Dawson/Getty Images
The Spaniard favorite Rafael Nadal played his first game at the 2011 Australian Open against Brazilian Marcos Daniel with a retirement. Daniel injured his left knee during a training two days ago and though he tried to play valiantly, pain did not make it possible for him to continue. Rafa sensed his trouble and made a strategy that made Daniel move around the court which made it impossible for him to continue at that pace. He knew that if you are not 100 % focused in the game it is not possible to win and more especially if you are playing against a powerful players like the top-seeded Nadal.
Rafael Nadal of Spain serves in his first round match against Marcos Daniel of Brazil during day two of the 2011 Australian Open © Lucas Dawson/Getty Images
Rafael Nadal of Spain in his first round match during day two of the 2011 Australian Open. © Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
Rafael Nadal of Spain signs autographs for the crowd following victory in his first round men's singles match against Marcos Daniel of Brazil. © WILLIAM WEST/Getty Images
After 47 minutes, less than a practice time, Nadal went out with his sports gear to receive the greetings from his fans and to sign autographs.
Nadal waves to the crowd following victory in his first round. © WILLIAM WEST/Getty ImagesImages: Australian Open
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