Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic as rivalry resumes in Rome semifinals

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Rafael Nadal beats rival Novak Djokovic in semifinals in Rome, will face Alexander Zverev in bid for eighth consecutive Italian Open title. ROME — Rafael Nadal was challenged in the first set by Novak Djokovic before pulling away for a 7-6 (4), 6-3 win to reach the Italian Open final on Saturday. Then Nadal pulled away for a 7-6 (4), 6-3 win to reach the Italian Open final on Saturday. In their 51st meeting but first in more than a year, Nadal’s court coverage eventually proved too much to handle for Djokovic, who is still regaining his form from a persistent right elbow injury. “That was a tough battle, a good level of tennis, a combination of good tactics and great shots from both of us,” said

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