Rafael Nadal wins first set, 6-4
Top-seeded Rafael Nadal won the first set, 6-4, against third-seeded Novak Djokovic and moves a step closer to capturing his first U.S. Open title.
Again, it's worth repeating: Nadal is 107-1 when winning the first set of Grand Slam matches.
Not a good sign for Djokovic. But he did rally from a set down to beat Roger Federer in the semifinals.
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