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Sunday, May 18, 2014

2014 ROME: Djokovic-Nadal XLI Goes to Nole For 4th Win In A Row Over Rafa


Novak Djokovic continued his recent dominance over Rafael Nadal, improving his record in finals to 12-9 and narrowing their head-to-head to 19-22, by defeating the King of Clay in the 2014 Rome Open 4-6 6-3 6-3 in a little over 2 hours. The win was Djokovic's 4th in a row (2014 Miami Masters final, 2013 ATP World Tour championships final and 2013 Beijing Open final) over the World #1. The two rivals now have the record for the most matches played against each other on the men's tour. It was Djokovic's 44th tour title and 19th ATP Masters Series shield, 2 behind Roger Federer and Nadal's record 26. In fact, Djokovic has won 5 of the last 6 ATP Masters tournaments.

More importantly it was the 4th time Djokovic has beaten Nadal on clay (in 17 meetings on the surface) and could be a harbinger of what could happen in the Roland Garros final 3 weeks from today. I hope so!!!
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2 comments:

  1. carter7:10 PM, May 18, 2014

    Interesting that not only is Nole catching on to how to defeat Rafa, but some of the others on the tour are also.
    Many points to defend this year.
    Very interesting match against Raonic - power versus power & finesse. And of course we know which one won.
    But the gap is narrowing.

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  2. Rodney9:31 PM, May 18, 2014

    Explain "I hope so!" Is it that you love Djokovic or hate Nadal?

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