Jun 9, 2021; Paris, France; Novak Djokovic (SRB) in action during his match against Matteo Berrettini (ITA) on day 11 of the French Open at Stade Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports
PARIS (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic predicted a "great battle" when he continues tennis's most prolific rivalry in Friday's French Open semi-final against claycourt king Rafa Nadal.
The pair have faced off 57 times with Djokovic leading 29-28. But Nadal has been his nemesis at Roland Garros winning seven of their eight clashes there including last year's final which turned into a demolition job.
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