Aleksandr Dologopolov to face Rafael Nadal in next round

Alexandr Dologopolov has advanced into round four in Indian Wells following a 6-4 5-7 6-4 victory over Marcos Baghdatis.

Baghdatis, of Cyprus, found his Ukrainian opponent in top form in the early stages of the match as the latter secured the opening set 6-4.

Baghdatis broke twice in the second set, however, to tie it at 1-1 as the match approached a pulsating third set.

Dologopolov opened up a 4-0 lead early in the final set, but lost three straight games to allow his opponent back into the match.

He eventually finished it 6-4 on serve to set up a clash with Rafael Nadal in the next round.

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