Rafael Nadal has coasted to his third US Open title with a convincing three-set win over Kevin Anderson in the final on Monday morning (NZT).
The world No.1 put on a clinical display against the unseeded South African, the gulf in experience and class glaring as he cantered his way to a 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 victory.
It's Nadal's 16th career grand slam and his second of the year following his French Open triumph and continues his startling return to peak form.
"Personally, it's unbelievable what’s happened to me after a couple of years of injuries, playing not so good. But I’ve been playing a high level of tennis and the crowd here brings me to a higher level of energy," Nadal said post-match.
"It has been a very special two weeks for me, but congratulations to Kevin. He's a great example to a lot of kids, had a lot of tough injuries."
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