10-11-2020, 10:41 PM
Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic in French Open final to tie Roger Federer with 20 Grand Slam titles
Rafael Nadal produced a convincing displace to stun Novak Djokovic and equal Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slam men's titles at the French Open final on Sunday, October 11.Â
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The Spaniard defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets, 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 in 2 hours, and 41 minutes at Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris to clinch a record-extending 13th title at Roland Garros.
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Speaking after the game, Nadal who also became the first player to win 100 singles matches at Roland Garros:Â "A win here means everything for me. Honestly, I don't think about the 20th and equalling Roger, for me it is just a Roland Garros victory."
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"I have spent most of the most important moments in my career here.
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"Just to play here is a true inspiration and the love story I have with this city and this court is unforgettable."
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“We are very lucky we can keep playing our sport. Many thanks to Roland Garros for this event and supporting us.
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“This court is the most important court in my career, it’s tough circumstances. In some was it’s not happy as we cannot celebrate in the way we would like - with the fans here. I really hope when we are next here we can celebrate this beautiful new stadium with all the fans.”
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Djokovic also spoke after the game, saying: “Huge congratulations to Rafa. What you’re doing on this court is unbelievable. Not just this court but every court in your career - you are the King of Clay and I have experienced that more than once in my career!
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“I am disappointed with how I played but I am grateful we were able to play this tournament and thanks to everyone who made this happen.”Â
Rafael Nadal produced a convincing displace to stun Novak Djokovic and equal Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slam men's titles at the French Open final on Sunday, October 11.Â
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The Spaniard defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets, 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 in 2 hours, and 41 minutes at Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris to clinch a record-extending 13th title at Roland Garros.
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Speaking after the game, Nadal who also became the first player to win 100 singles matches at Roland Garros:Â "A win here means everything for me. Honestly, I don't think about the 20th and equalling Roger, for me it is just a Roland Garros victory."
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"I have spent most of the most important moments in my career here.
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"Just to play here is a true inspiration and the love story I have with this city and this court is unforgettable."
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“We are very lucky we can keep playing our sport. Many thanks to Roland Garros for this event and supporting us.
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“This court is the most important court in my career, it’s tough circumstances. In some was it’s not happy as we cannot celebrate in the way we would like - with the fans here. I really hope when we are next here we can celebrate this beautiful new stadium with all the fans.”
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Djokovic also spoke after the game, saying: “Huge congratulations to Rafa. What you’re doing on this court is unbelievable. Not just this court but every court in your career - you are the King of Clay and I have experienced that more than once in my career!
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“I am disappointed with how I played but I am grateful we were able to play this tournament and thanks to everyone who made this happen.”Â