PHOTOS/VIDEO: Rafael Nadal - The Champion of Internazionali BNL d'Italia 2019!

Rafa Won 9th Rome Title!

2019 Rome Masters FINAL Rafael Nadal bt. Novak Djokovic  6-0 4-6 6-1

“I played well, a great match in general terms. First set have been fantastic level of tennis. Second, too, but I lost lot of opportunities to win that second set. When that happens against a player like Novak, you are in trouble, no? I lost second.”

“In the third, the beginning of the set have been so important. I felt myself playing well during the whole match, being honest. Just little bit of nerves at the end of the second set. But the level of tennis have been high, no? Have been a great match in all aspects. So happy for that.”

"What means most to me is this trophy. Rome is one of the most important tournaments of the year. [It's a big] part of the history of our sport. To be able to win here again is the main thing."

"I don't care winning 6-0 or 6-4, being honest. That is just a fact. I don't care much. I played a great first set in all aspects. No mistakes. Playing so aggressive, changing directions. These kind of days happens. It's not usual and probably will not happen again... the first set is just an important part of the match. What helps the first set is [that it] shows that I was able to play at that level."

"[I'm] happy for the title more than winning against Novak. I am especially happy because the level was very high."

• Match

► Highlights

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• Trophy Ceremony

► Post-match interview & Trophy Ceremony

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• Champion's photoshoot

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