Kim Clijsters: 'Novak Djokovic found a way to compete against Rafael Nadal'

The four-time Grand Slam winner believes that is the favourite to win the Australian Open final over . Speaking to reporters on Saturday, the former Belgian player said: I think Novaks found a way to compete against Rafa, to be patient, defend well but be aggressive at the same time.

I think hes really good at kind of taking over when hes on the defensive side of a situation. He can take over really well. To me, it will be impressive to see. believes that Rafael Nadal needs to keep having an offensive gamestyle to defeat Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final on Sunday.

The Spaniard won 15 sets over 15 played in the tournament so far always dictating the rallies. The Swede said: Its the same as what happened here in 2017, in a way. Roger had to do something different, now Rafa has to do something.

If he serves the way he can, I believe he can win but then watching Novak the last couple of rounds, no one defends as he does. I think this is a match thats at a different level from what theyve ever played. Much better.

Thomas Johansson said: Yes, a little bit maybe, but these two guys are two of the biggest and best players in the history of our sport, I think they dont think like that. I think they think its a new match, its a new day, new opportunities.

I think its going to be a very high-level match. I think they might go the whole way and thats what the crowd would like to see. ALSO READ: Djokovic would beat Roger Federer in Australian Open final – Evert