Rafael Nadal tops Taylor Fritz to win third title in Acapulco, improves to 20-2 in event

Rafael Nadal captured his third Mexican Open title on Saturday, continuing his good vibes with a triumph in the final over Taylor Fritz with a 6-3, 6-3 victory. Nadal survived 10 aces from Fritz and broke the service three times to outperform the 22-year-old American.

“I couldn’t be happier. I played a great event from the beginning to the end,” Nadal told reporters.

“Acapulco was the first big title that I won in my career, so to be able to stay here after 15 years is amazing. I can’t thank enough the people who make me feel at home every single time.” The world No. 2 Nadal captured the title 15 years after he won his first in 2005. He also won the crown in 2013.