Nadal vs Djokovic_ The Beginning of the Rivalry!

Okay, so you do two, and then you go turn. And Gaël Monfils before losing to the guy he's playing today, Raphaël Nadal. But then Djokovic after the match said, well actually I was really unlucky. I thought I was in control of the match. Well, I think he was about the only person in the world that thought he was in control of the match when he was two sets down to the defending champion. It was amazing comments to make. But that does give you an indication of how confident he is in his own ability. Absolutely, and that's crucial if you want to take on the best players in the world and beat them at the first asking. If there's any doubts, you've got no chance of that happening. But I love that self-belief. Andy Murray is another guy who's got that self-belief. And that's why I think these two, Murray and Djokovic, have separated themselves from that other group of guys. I really like them going forward. Brilliant. What a start. Trying to do that. Draw his opponent into the net. Best rally of the match so far. Brilliant. Absolutely superb. This is just an absolute thumper down the line. The thing you can do. He wants Djokovic getting up the court. Oh, such a shame. Brilliant. Djokovic now going toe-to-toe with Nadal. Too patient for Djokovic. He was there, should have done better. He knows it. Nicely done. Djokovic holding his nerve. Nicely done again. Trying to use the drop shot. He was well inside his own baseline. Consistent pressure applied by Nadal on Djokovic. Surely covered the cross-court. Nadal loves that shot. He's done it. It's been a long time coming. The victory snaps a 12-tournament losing streak dating back to the French Open last season. A seventh Masters Series shield for the world number two. And his fifth different Masters Series title after wins in Monte Carlo, Rome, Canada and Madrid. Djokovic, I think, will look back on the tournament. Really enjoyed the fact that he was able to make it through to his first Masters Series final. I'm sure it won't be long before we see him in the winner's circle. You know what I like about Djokovic? Is that even after he lost today, very gracious in his defeat. Good hug. None of that soft handshake that I hate to see sometimes from losers. Very gracious. And I'll take my hat off to the youngster. Let me say a few words. Now I know that he's your first of many big finalists. And you have a bright future ahead of you. The recipient of this beautiful Baccarat trophy in the finals in 2007 Pacific Life. Well done. A special moment for Djokovic to receive his one-and-up prize from such a great champion. First of all, I have to say that I'm very excited because this is my first big speech and a first time. You know, I never... He's even under pressure after the match is finished. Second of all, I cannot describe a feeling and what a big honour it is to receive a trophy from a big legend, Boris Becker. Thank you very much. You know, he was giving me the milk. I was watching Boris winning the Wimbledon. OK, let's get back to business. I would like to congratulate Rafa. He deserved this win and this trophy. Well done, man. Great tournament. He certainly did. Very, very hard to get his hands on that. First of all, I want to congratulate Novak. He was playing a very, very good tour. He's having a very good season. So maybe he's going to be one of the great players of the world in nothing, no? OK. Norm Christ in charge of this one. Djokovic winning the toss. So the scene is set for the second of our quarterfinals. From the bottom half of the draw. It should be a good one. It's a repeat of the Indian Worlds final. Even though there's not much in it in terms of ages between these two. Nadal at just 20 and Djokovic at 19. There is a significant difference in what both have been able to achieve in the game. So really, it is a case of man versus boy out there. A smart game. Brilliant. He's just missed it. I think Djokovic will challenge. So that's why we have the official review system. KG rally from Nadal. That's how to turn defence into attack. Tienes of the highest order. One of the best sets of tennis we've seen from Djokovic throughout the course of his fledgling career. He's been so good moving up the court this evening. He's taken on that short ball so well. Interesting. Goes to making the distance. It's nicely done. Didn't panic. It's easy to do so. Successfully stays off three break points. Sensational. Such an important point. I don't think he can either. Very seldom you see Nadal so outmaneuvered. Ball so very well this evening. There wasn't much of a gap. It's better. It's a courageous shot. So very close. Nadal forehand. The ball was forthcoming. I can't believe it. Brilliant. What a forehand. What a courageous play. He's done it. No way to finish. Perhaps that's what he needed to do to be able to beat Nadal. The tennis was of the very highest order. What a response. He took a beating in Indian Wells. He wasn't ready. The occasion proved a little too much for him. But boy did he learn some lessons. Ten days later. Revenge is sweet. I think this match has really made Novak Djokovic come of age. First trophy. So I hope this is just the start.