Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Alexander Zverev during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP 
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Rafael Nadal beats Alexander Zverev to win Italian Open title

Rafael Nadal won the Rome Masters for the eighth time when he defeated defending champion Alexander Zverev 6-1, 1-6, 6-3 after a stunning comeback.

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Alexander Zverev returns the ball to Rafael Nadal during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal prepares to serve to Alexander Zverev during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Alexander Zverev reacts after winning a point to Rafael Nadal during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal touches his face as he plays Alexander Zverev during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Alexander Zverev returns the ball to Rafael Nadal during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal reacts after winning a point to Alexander Zverev during their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal hugs Alexander Zverev, face to camera, at the end of their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal applauds supporters after beating Alexander Zverev in their final match at the Italian Open in Rome. | AP
Rafael Nadal bites the trophy after beating Alexander Zverev in the final match of the Italian Open in Rome. | AP

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