Nadal had an easy first set, but Djokovic bounced back after Nadal allowed errors to creep in and the second set proved to be an edge-of-the-seat battle as a result.
However, the final set was not as exciting as Nadal returned to form and Djokovic seemed unfocused and powerless.
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Rafael Nadal of Spain (L) and Novak Djokovic of Serbia pose after the final of the Monte Carlo Masters tennis tournament in Monaco April 19, 2009. Nadal won the final. |
Spain's tennis captain has improved his right hand and backhand cross, while his mobility and fluidity remain deadly weapons for wrong-footing his opponents.
Nadal continues to dominate the clay court and he is once again the favorite for the upcoming Roland Garros tournament.
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Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after defeating Novak Djokovic of Serbia in their final of the Monte Carlo Masters tennis tournament in Monaco April 19, 2009 |