David Nalbandian vs Novak Djokovic — Madrid Masters Semi-final
Nalbandian D.
David Nalbandian defeated Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-6 in the Madrid Masters semi-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Novak Djokovic came in leading the head-to-head 4–0, defending last year's quarter-final. David Nalbandian claimed a first win over Novak Djokovic in five meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 4–1.
Key context
- Match story: David Nalbandian edged Novak Djokovic in two tight sets (6–4 7–6).
Head to head
0–4| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-08-15 | Cincinnati Masters | R16 | hard | Novak Djokovic | 6-1 7-6(7) |
| 2010-04-11 | Monte Carlo Masters | QF | clay | Novak Djokovic | 6-2 6-3 |
| 2008-06-09 | Queen's Club | SF | grass | Novak Djokovic | 6-1 6-0 |
| 2007-08-05 | Canada Masters | R16 | hard | Novak Djokovic | 6-2 6-3 |
Serve vs return
This seasonEach player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Statistics
This seasonAverages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (200 vs 200). ATP, WTA & Challenger.
Clutch
Under pressurePerformance in the biggest moments — break points, deciding sets and tiebreaks (0–100, higher is better). About
Freshness
Recent loadDjokovic N.: 2 days rest · 3 matches, 127 games (7d). Higher means fresher. About