Novak Djokovic Rafael Nadal Live – Season 2021 – Rome Masters

Rafael Nadal wins his 10th title in Rome, equalizing Djokovic in number of victories (36) in Masters 1000. At the end of a disputed match, the Spaniard wins in 3 sets 5/7, 6/1, 3/6 in 2h49. Two weeks before Roland Garros, Nadal won a final that will remain in his head at the time of the Grand Slam. Rafa grew in strength throughout the tournament, and managed to overthrow that final after losing the second set 6/1. Best on his serve, with excellent forehands, so it is logically that he wins. The two players shared the points well, but as often, Nadal wins. This is the Spaniard’s 19th victory against the Serbian on clay in 26 matches. Novak let slip points in decisive moments, author of four double faults, even if his few depreciations often allowed him to come back in the game. Physical fatigue tipped the scales in the side of the Spaniard, his opponent having played two games the day before. The two players concentrated to the end will have delivered a very good final, under the encouragement of the public, present today. The world number one falls again, against the best player in the world on clay, but the two players still show great mutual respect.