Novak Djokovic just destroyed Rafael Nadal at the French Open in straight sets

Oof.

Rafael Nadal, long the undisputed king of the French Open, which he has won nine times, was just obliterated by world number one Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals of the tournament, 7-5, 6-3, 6-1.

Nadal had previously lost only once at the French Open. He has won 70 times.

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The quarterfinal match was nearly as anticipated as a final, featuring two heavyweights of the sport. But Nadal has had a tough year, losing five times on clay in 2015 before the latest rout.