Rafael Nadal cruises to victory over Nicolas Almagro

Rafael Nadal has raced to a straight-sets victory over Nicolas Almagro in the French Open this afternoon, winning 6-4 6-3 6-1.

After a closely-fought first set, just one break of serve in the third game ensured Nadal got off to the perfect start in the all-Spanish affair.

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Nadal then broke Almagro on three occasions to take the second set 6-3, before securing the win following a comfortable final set.

The sixth seed remains on course to face world number one Novak Djokovic in the quarter-finals.