Rafael Nadal’s incredible record won consecutive sets won on clay was about to come to an end against the world no.140 Martin Klizan.
In fact, during the quarters in Barcelona, after bagelling his opponent (6-0), Rafa was 3-5 down, and he had to save 3 set points before winning 4 consecutive games and win the match 6-0 7-5.
After this encounter, Nadal has won 42 consecutive sets on the dirt, and he has “finally” lost more than 5 games per set after 15 matches.
Bathroom problem. NADAL
After the match, Rafa had an interesting comment about why the scoreline was so different in the second set after first. The Spaniard commented
“I went to the bathroom (after the first set) and maybe after that, I lost some timing. I was a great first set, but I played a very bad game at the start of the second. It was tough.I feel a little lucky to win in straight sets.”
… I do not pay attention to statistics.
Then, talking about his incredible record, Rafa added
“All these statistics, I don’t pay much attention. If it happens, then that would be very good. But I only think of winning the match. Now I am in another semi-final. That’s great news, but I will face a tough opponent. I need to be aggressive and play with the right intensity.”
The semis vs. Goffin
Rafa will face David Goffin in the semifinal. The head to head is 2-1 for the Spaniard.
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