BARCELONA - ATP 500 - Apr. 19-27, 2014.

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Happy that nuts Ernie won, hope he can continue the good job
 

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Kei takes the first set against cilic 6-1. His good form continues.
 

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[video=youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhoUYMgIEy4[/video]
 

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So, we are guaranteed of one non-spaniard in the final. Is there any chance of
having two non-spaniards in the final?

I have not seen a single match of this tournament live. Just following news and
scores.
 

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Rafa often stops a match so he can drop a rope. It's what distinguishes him from other greats - Class! :cool:
 

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This match should not really be a true barometer of Nadal and his game, but what, at the very least, can you guys take from what you are watching? How is the return of second serve game? The inside out FH? Where in the court is the BH drive falling? How is his movement?
 

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^ Uhm, Nadal is returning from Madrid...even though that tournament is in a couple of weeks. Nadal's backhand has been amazing so far. I would not be surprised if he has more backhand winners than forehand. It feels that way. Magro making too many errors as usual. He is moving superb, Nadal. His defense have been amazing at times.
 

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shawnbm said:
This match should not really be a true barometer of Nadal and his game, but what, at the very least, can you guys take from what you are watching? How is the return of second serve game? The inside out FH? Where in the court is the BH drive falling? How is his movement?

Far fewer UFEs in this match. BH was working best early on, but the FH has come more reliable as the match went along, including the inside-out, which has won him more than a few points.