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Rafael Nadal has won ATP Barcelona 12 times, and despite his still being an active player, the main court is already named after him. The Spaniard played his first clay match in 22 months on Tuesday, defeating Flavio Cobolli in the opening round. Up next for him is a thrilling battle with fourth seed Alex de Minaur. Who do you think will advance?

ATP Barcelona Day 3 Predictions

Jordan Thompson vs Jaume Munar

Head-to-head: Munar 1-0

Jordan Thompson has developed his game so much over the years and is currently fighting to be seeded at the next two Slams, but his performances on clay will likely never get to an amazing standard. His brilliant first serve is a bit neutralized by the slower courts and the lack of depth on the forehand hurts even more. His chances against a grinder like Jaume Munar don’t seem that great, and the Spaniard took him down at Roland Garros three years ago.

Prediction: Munar in 2