Novak Djokovic reflected back on a “very special day” after continuing his stunning form with his first-ever clay court victory over world number one Rafael Nadal in the final of the Madrid Open today.

World number one Rafael Nadal battled back from a set down to defeat arch rival Roger Federer and reach the final of the Madrid Open this evening.

Unseeded Aravane Rezai upset Venus Williams to claim a straight sets win in the final of the Madrid Open today.