Rafael Nadal cruises past David Goffin to reach 11th Monte Carlo Masters final

ByDan Quarrell

Updated 22/04/2017 at 17:36 GMT

Rafael Nadal clinched a straightforward 6-3 6-1 victory over Belgium's David Goffin to reach the final of the Monte Carlo Masters.

The Spaniard conceded just two games over the course of the two sets as he sealed his place in the Sunday's showpiece with consummate ease.

He will face compatriot Albert Ramos-Vinolas after the latter overcame Lucas Pouille of France 6-3 5-7 6-1.

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Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after reaching the final in Monte Carlo

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It will be Nadal's 11th final in the clay-court tournament which he has won on a staggering nine occasions.

Rafael Nadal of Spain shakes hands with David Goffin of Belgium at the end of their match

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