Articles:

• Nadal sets Djokovic Final Duel (via ATP)
• Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal: Tennis’ Best Rivalry Renewed at US Open Final (via Bleacher Report)

… The world No. 2 is actually undefeated on hard courts this year, having won 21 straight matches and three titles in 2013.  So while Djokovic leads the head-to-head over Nadal 11-5 on hard courts, this final is definitely up for grabs. One thing is certain, though: Don’t make any Monday evening plans. We’re likely in for another long, epic chapter in the most entertaining matchup in tennis.

• More mastery for Rafael Nadal (via ESPN) Considering his knee travails, US Open final a monumental feat for Spaniard

… If Rafael Nadal’s knees were a building, they would probably be condemned and written off as an insurance loss.

• Three thoughts on Nadal’s U.S. Open semifinal domination over Gasquet (via SI)

… What more is there to say about Nadal that hasn’t already been said? Jimmy Connors put it best: “He plays like he’s broke.”

• Nadal cruises into men’s final (via usopen.org) Has Nadal been tested enough to prepare him for his toughest task yet?
• ‘Yo prefiero jugar contra otro pero es lo que hay’ (via elmundo.es)

The Spanish Tennis Federation was to book a plane to bring Rafael Nadal to Madrid so that he can practice more on clay for his Davis Cup match, but he refused due to country’s economical situation.

Videos:

• How to Invest Like Rafael Nadal (via Fox Sports)

Professional tennis player Rafael Nadal on how he manages his finances.

• Rafael Nadal vs Richard Gasquet Highlights Semifinals US OPEN 2013
• Rafael Nadal SF Us Open Post match Interview
• SF Match Point: Nadal – Gasquet
• Nadal cruises past Gasquet to reach final (via Eurosport)
• Press conference: Rafa Nadal (via usopen.org)

Photos:

• Rafael Nadal’s Girlfriend Maria Francisca Perello Watches Him Against Richard Gasquet
• US Open: Semifinal Photos – Nadal beats Gasquet

More to follow!