Monte Carlo Masters
Argentine sixth seed Coria was appearing in his third successive Monte Carlo final and he started confidently, breaking Nadal's serve in the opening game.
Coria held his own serve to lead 2-0 but Nadal won 12 of the next 14 games with a stunning mixture of power and precision.
Hitting his forehand with fizzing topspin Nadal dominated the rallies from the baseline, dragging one of the fastest players in the men's game all over the court.
Even Coria's trademark drop shot had a hint of desperation about it as he fought to keep Nadal at bay.
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