Nadal defies the challenge of the spirited Japanese Kei Nishikori and registers a relatively easier win in three sets and make his way into the second-round of the Championships 2010. First set saw the thorough domination of Rafael Nadal, but Nishikori did well in the next two to make it a worthwhile contest for him. Nadal played well, but his true form is yet to come, as it is a initial stage of the Wimbledon. Finally, its job well done for the World No. 1. 

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Though, Nadal is surging ahead, but the Japanese refuses to gift it away on a tame note. This time, Nishikori reels off a love service game by firing fine serves and forces Nadal to serve him out of the match. Its 4-5, third set. Now, Nadal will serve to win this duel. 

Nadal quickly wraps-up a brilliant service game and extends his lead. Its 5-3, third set. Nadal is just one game away from winning this match.