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Australian Open: Cameron Norrie to face Rafael Nadal behind closed doors

Britain's Cameron Norrie is set to play 20-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal in the third round of the Australian Open, but will have to do so with no fans in attendance on Saturday.

His match is the last on Rod Laver Arena on Saturday and will be played behind closed doors following a snap five-day lockdown in Victoria.

"I've never played him before so it'll be a great experience," Norrie said.

"I just have to go after it and enjoy every minute. He's such a legend of the game, but on Saturday night, just another player.