I have to admit I overlooked the Djoker in Fed's half the entire tournament. Still, I thought Fed would handle his business knowing what was on the line. I didn't get to watch it and was stunned when I got the scoring updates for the 2nd and 4th sets.
On the other hand, I think Djoker is a worse matchup for Nadal. Djoker has his number on hardcourts 7-3. Nadal's usual strategy of going after opponent's backhand shouldn't be as effective against Novak.
Key will be if Novak is rested and is mentally present.
I hope they get rained out today so that Novak gets a longer rest.
Nadal will never have an easier road to the title. Del Po will be back next year. He knows that and will be ultra aggressive today in the final.