Rafael Nadal spoke after defeating Richard Gasquet 6-0, 7-5, 6-2 in the second round of the French Open on Thursday. In theory winning in straight sets should set one up better for upcoming games, but the defending champion said it helped him a lot to go through tough games at the start of tournaments. The 20-time Grand Slam champion was celebrating turning 35 years of age and is on his way to Grand Slam No 21. Nadal has moved into the third round where he faces Britain's Cam Norrie. ding media: