Andy Murray defeated Novak Djokovic 6-3 7-6 to reach the semi-finals of the Toronto Masters.
The eighth-seeded Scot stunned the defending champion in an hour and 44 minutes and will now face Rafael Nadal.
"This is the best I've played, he's always beaten me badly," said the satisfied Murray, now 1-4 against his rival from junior days.
"He really played good, he made me run, but I defended well. It was awesome to play in this atmosphere of a packed house.
"He's one of the best players, you can't make many errors against him and expect to win," added Murray, who saved a set point in the 10th game of the second set.
"If he had converted that, the momentum could have changed."
The Serbian third seed was from his best, committing more than 30 unforced errors in an effort which left him looking far from a threat for the summer hardcourt season.
Murray twice gave back breaks in the second set before finally squeezing into a tie-breaker, which he dominated to claim the victory on his third match point.
"It's a big win mentally for me, the last three times I played him I lost pretty badly," Murray said.
"Nadal is always going to be a big win. It gives you confidence, especially when you've lost to him three or four times beforehand.
"I want to try and keep this sort of form."
Nadal recovered after a marathon tie-break setback to seal a high-tension triumph over France's Richard Gasquet.
Spain's Wimbledon and French Open champion overcame 10th-seeded Gasquet 6-7 (12-14) 6-2 6-1 but required two hours and 14 minutes to claim his 59th victory of the season.
Nadal roared back after losing the 75-minute opening set, which Gasquet claimed on his sixth set point after saving two set points for Nadal.
"It was a very tough first set," Nadal said. "I had chances, I was up a a break twice.
"But Richard played well to beat me in the set. In the second I had to stay positive and concentrated."
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Busy Sports Bars To Watch The 2008 Olympics: by Mario Stewart
If you don't get a ticket for your favorite team match and wish to experience the great feeling and live action, NYC has a lot for you. New York has a lot of great sports bar that gives you the same feeling just like a live match in front of you. These places are ideal to enjoy with friends along with a chilled pint of beer.
The busy sports bars in NYC welcome all the alumni groups and the games lovers where they catch the action of the game along with the great food discounts and superb drinks from all over the world. The sports bars have numerous TV's in order to make you feel as if you are sitting in the stadium and do not miss even a single action. Viewing a match along with the other game lovers makes the atmosphere more lively and vivacious. These busy sports bars have few sports zone with a lot of pool tables. Ping pong and bowling arrays. It is completely fun to enjoy a game in these bars.
Now for the people who wish to watch the 2008 Olympics and for some reason can not make it to go and see the match live, they can enjoy the game in the superbly organized sports bar which gives you the same feeling just like watching a live match along with mad crowd.
Some of the great busy sports bars in New York City are:
ESPN Zone: It is one of the best busy sports bar in New York. The game lovers enjoy watching the game in the huge screening room with extra sound effects. This bar is a two storey bar spread over an area of about 33,000 square foot. It has 11 Zone Thrones, speakers and tray table with chairs. This sports bar gives you a feeling as if you are actually in the stadium.
Tonic East: It is the hottest and newest multi- level sports bar that stands out due to its awesome décor and lighting. It is a cool, classy and elegant place with rich wood furniture, padded sofas and great private booths with superb sound system and lighting. This place has huge plasma Televisions and a spectacular patio. The menu and drinks in this bar is electric with a lot of choices for everyone.
Slate Plus: It is among the most unique and dramatic venues in New York. Positioned in Flatiron District, this bar is spread over an area of about 16,000 square feet. This lounge has very comfy sofas and chairs that create an atmosphere of a lively living room. A lot of games are also offered here like billiards table and ping pong tables. Slate Plus has great facilities and services of a restaurant. Enjoying a game with great food and drink is all what is offered here.
New York has numerous sports bars that are made keeping in mind about the sports lovers. These places offer a marvelous atmosphere that gives a feeling of watching the game live and enjoy to the fullest.
The busy sports bars in NYC welcome all the alumni groups and the games lovers where they catch the action of the game along with the great food discounts and superb drinks from all over the world. The sports bars have numerous TV's in order to make you feel as if you are sitting in the stadium and do not miss even a single action. Viewing a match along with the other game lovers makes the atmosphere more lively and vivacious. These busy sports bars have few sports zone with a lot of pool tables. Ping pong and bowling arrays. It is completely fun to enjoy a game in these bars.
Now for the people who wish to watch the 2008 Olympics and for some reason can not make it to go and see the match live, they can enjoy the game in the superbly organized sports bar which gives you the same feeling just like watching a live match along with mad crowd.
Some of the great busy sports bars in New York City are:
ESPN Zone: It is one of the best busy sports bar in New York. The game lovers enjoy watching the game in the huge screening room with extra sound effects. This bar is a two storey bar spread over an area of about 33,000 square foot. It has 11 Zone Thrones, speakers and tray table with chairs. This sports bar gives you a feeling as if you are actually in the stadium.
Tonic East: It is the hottest and newest multi- level sports bar that stands out due to its awesome décor and lighting. It is a cool, classy and elegant place with rich wood furniture, padded sofas and great private booths with superb sound system and lighting. This place has huge plasma Televisions and a spectacular patio. The menu and drinks in this bar is electric with a lot of choices for everyone.
Slate Plus: It is among the most unique and dramatic venues in New York. Positioned in Flatiron District, this bar is spread over an area of about 16,000 square feet. This lounge has very comfy sofas and chairs that create an atmosphere of a lively living room. A lot of games are also offered here like billiards table and ping pong tables. Slate Plus has great facilities and services of a restaurant. Enjoying a game with great food and drink is all what is offered here.
New York has numerous sports bars that are made keeping in mind about the sports lovers. These places offer a marvelous atmosphere that gives a feeling of watching the game live and enjoy to the fullest.
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