Rafael Nadal wins third set 6-4
Rafael Nadal has served his way to a 3-1 lead in the third set.
Question: can Djokovic gain the momentum back like he did in the second set? Nadal dominated the fourth game. Nadal's serve, clocked at 126 mph, wasn't returned cleanly by Djokovic to clinch the game.
UPDATE (8:46): Djokovic was on the brink of falling behind 4-1, but rallied to take the fifth game. Nadal had three chances for the double break. That could be just what Djokovic needs to shift the momentum in his direction. He still trails 3-2 in the third set.
UPDATE (8:50): Nadal goes up 4-2 after an amazing point that won him the game.
UPDATE (9:03): Djokovic fought off numerous break points to get it to deuce and won the game, now trailing 4-3 in the third set. In all, Djokovic saved five break points, Great effort by Djokovic to stay in the set. For Nadal, a ton of missed opportunities to put a stranglehold on the set.
UPDATE (9:08): Nadal serves his way to a 5-3 lead in the third set. He's closing in on a two sets to one lead.
UPDATE (9:11): Djokovic easily serves his way back into the set, now trailing 5-4. But he still has a lot of work to do. Nadal is serving for the set.
UPDATE (9:18): Djokovic made a wonderful comeback when he was down 4-2 in this set. He battled and frustrated Nadal. But, ultimately, Nadal was too much. He wins the set, 6-4.
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