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Rafael Nadal Jokes About Novak Djokovic 2nd-Round Matchup: Normally We Play in Finals

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One of the greatest rivalries in tennis will be renewed on Monday when Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic meet in the second round of the men's singles tournament at the Paris Olympics.

After defeating Marton Fucsovics of Hungary 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 in the first round on Sunday, Nadal found humor in a major difference in his upcoming match against Djokovic.

"It's been always super special to play against Novak, no? No doubt about that. But the difference is normally we have been playing for finals or for semifinals. This is a second round," Nadal said with a laugh, per Howard Fenrich of the Associated Press.