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Rafael Nadal was one of those outspoken about his dislike of the blue clay at the Madrid Open.
Rafael Nadal was one of those outspoken about his dislike of the blue clay at the Madrid Open.
ATP rule on Madrid clay a blue note to viewers
Call it a victory for reactionary forces. The ATP has ruled that the Madrid Open cannot be played on blue clay next year,
Paul Oberjuerge
June 25, 2012