Novak stopped by Nadal in Madrid semis
The world no.2 and two-time champion lost to no.4 seed Rafael Nadal 2-6, 4-6 in one hour and 38 minutes.
Nole to face Rafa in Madrid semi-final (Saturday at 16:00 CET)
Kei's withdrawal sends the defending champion into last 4 where he will face Rafael Nadal (ESP, 4).
ATP Madrid: Brilliant Nole sets Nishikori quarter-final
Novak recorded a 6-4, 7-5 victory over Feliciano Lopez in one hour and 33 minutes on Thursday.
Novak moves past Almagro to reach third round in Madrid
Nole goes on to play Feliciano Lopez (ESP, H2H 8-1) in the last 16 on Thursday.
Mutua Madrid Open draw announced
The 2011 and 2016 champion will open campaign at La Caja Mágica in R2 against Spanish wild card Nicolas Almagro (ATP #76).
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