Nadal wins 2 matches in the same day to reach the semifinal in Barcelona

Another wonderful day for the King of Clay that defeats Paire and Ramos back to back.

After beating Paire 7-6 (2) 6-2 in the morning Rafa dismisses Ramos dropping only 3 games in the afternoon in just 65 mnutes.

“I played much better this afternoon than in the morning,” said an elated Nadal. “I’m very happy to be in the semi-finals another time in a very important tournament. I’m enjoying the week playing here. I love the tournament. I know everybody well. It feels like home, always.”

 

Next vs. Raonic

Rafa will play against Raonic that has defeted Robredo 6-7 (5) 6-3 7-6 (2) n 2 hours and 20 minutes. Head to head is 2-0 for Rafa. This will be the first match on clay.

If Rafa beats Raonic he wll achieve his 6th consecutive final after his comeback, that wold be an incredible feat for the Spaniard.

 

2013 ATP Barcelona - Draw