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

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

Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after defeating David Goffin of Belgium in Monte Carlo

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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.

Nadal was presented with Goffin as his opponent after the Belgian earlier stunned Novak Djokovic to reach the last four.

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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