That was a difficult match for Nole.
The Serb found himself 1 set down against Denis Istomin playing quite a horrible tennis (full of unforced errors) to then find his way.
After losing the opener, the world no.1 had a very important break in the 5 game of the second set to lead 3-2 and then win the set at 4. In the decider Nole took advantage of an early break to wrap up the match in 2 hours and 7 minutes. Match Stats.
Nole: Just glad to get lucky
After the match Nole commented “He was a better player first half of the match.
I was trying to find rhythm. A lot of unforced errors. Just had a very difficult time to be in the point. He did a great job in staying very solid and putting a lot of pressure on me. Then I had to fight. It was a very even match up to the last point. Just glad to get lucky and dance on the court after the match.”
The quarters vs. Gasquet
Nole will play the quarters against Richard Gasquet that has defeated Kei Nishikori 1-6 6-3 6-3. Head to head is 7-1 for Nole. Details
