PHOTOS/VIDEO: 2017 Mutua Madrid Open QF Rafael Nadal vs. David Goffin

2017 Mutua Madrid Open QF Rafael Nadal bt. David Goffin  7/6(3)  6/2

Next opponent - Novak Djokovic

“I think it was a very good match and nice to watch. Goffin and I played at a really high level,” said Nadal. “It was a very tough match that I had to play at my highest level to be able to make the semi-finals. It's one of the matches that you go back home with a lot of adrenaline and feel satisfied for the work done.” $CUT$

Rafa on Djokovic:

“It's going to be a very tough match against one of the best players in tennis history. I know that to be able to have chances, I have to give 100 per cent. I have to play really well or I'm not going to have many chances,” said Nadal. “I think I've done my homework. Tomorrow is a day to try to give my best. Hopefully I'll be ready for that.”

“The rivalry has made me better. When you play people that are so good, it always makes you give 100 per cent. I have taken titles from him and he has taken titles from me,” said Nadal. “The reality is that it's been a really good era because of the matches between Djokovic, Federer and me. We made it to the final rounds of the most important tournaments many times. I think it has made a lot of people to come watch tennis, so that's a very positive thing.”

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