Djokovic beats Nadal to win Monte Carlo Masters

[joeybee12]

MONACO (AP) -- Novak Djokovic kissed the clay and marveled at this sudden turn.

The top-ranked Serb won the Monte Carlo Masters, and for the first time in nine years the trophy belonged to someone other than Rafael Nadal. The Spaniard's record reign at this tournament ended Sunday with a 6-2, 7-6 (1) loss in the final.

''Rafa, thank you for allowing me to win it once,'' Djokovic said. ''I couldn't ask for a better start to the clay season.''

After closing the match with another booming forehand, Djokovic held his head in his hands and looked skyward before talking to himself for a few seconds. He dropped to the ground and planted a kiss. Last year, Djokovic's grandfather died during the tournament but he kept playing to reach the final.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/djokovic-beats-nadal-win-monte-174202278--ten.html

Could this mean I won't have to see Raf-roid winning the French yet again? Maybe there is hope!

[bigwillq]

1. Good for Novak!

Great win for him.