By- Naiteek Bhatt
Nadal returned to singles competition with a win over Dominic Thiem
Nadal Beat Theim 7-5,6-1 in the round of 32 at the Brisbane International
It was the Spaniard's first singles match in nearly a year
Nadal was sidelined with Hip issues after last year's Australian Open Exit
Nadal Returned to action with a doubles Loss alongside Marc Lopez on Sunday
But the Spaniard saved the best for his singles return on Tuesday to advance