But Nadal has only managed to save 10 break points at a rate of just 55.6 per cent.
While the final score against Jannik Sinner made it appear a comfortable match for Nadal, it was anything but.
The Spaniard lost his serve on four occasions in the first two sets before fighting back on both occasions.
Against Djokovic, that may not be so easy as the Serbian has only lost his serve on three occasions in the entire tournament.
Nadal first has to overcome Schwartzman on Wednesday but, in order to reach the final and get past Djokovic, the 20-time Grand Slam champion will need to shore up his defence on serve.
