World number one Nadal, however, is left-handed and that means the Spaniard will find it easier to avoid Del Potro's forehand -- possibly the best on tour. So I don't know what's gonna be my strategy for that match," said Del Potro, whose career has been hampered by injuries and surgeries. Del Potro, however, has sweet memories against Nadal, having beaten him 6-2 6-2 6-2 in the final in Flushing Meadows in 2009. "It is gonna be a different match than in the past," said Del Potro. And Del Potro, who was on the brink of retirement in the fourth round after falling ill, believes he is not in the best possible shape.

Source: The Star September 07, 2017 16:52 UTC