"He didn't surprise me because I know how he plays and how dangerous he can be," Nadal told reporters. "I didn't play my best. I played very short and I couldn't attack. I made it easy for him to play at his level. But I lost. It's not a tragedy, I had to lose one day. I must accept my defeats with the same level of calm that I accept my victories."
Friday, June 5, 2009
Defending Champs Nadal, Ivanovic Beaten at French Open
"He didn't surprise me because I know how he plays and how dangerous he can be," Nadal told reporters. "I didn't play my best. I played very short and I couldn't attack. I made it easy for him to play at his level. But I lost. It's not a tragedy, I had to lose one day. I must accept my defeats with the same level of calm that I accept my victories."
