Rafael Nadal launched his bid for a record 21st Grand Slam title Monday in blistering fashion -- a far cry from his "ugly" predicament one month ago and recent injury problems.

Aus Open: Rafael Nadal makes stunning start in his quest to win a record 21st Grand Slam

World number one Rafael Nadal said it was beyond a dream to win his 11th Roland Garros title after defeating Austrian Dominic Thiem in straight sets

It's beyond a dream to win French Open title 11 times: Rafael Nadal

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Aus Open: Rafael Nadal makes stunning start in his quest to win a record 21st Grand Slam

It's beyond a dream to win French Open title 11 times: Rafael Nadal