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To Watch Roger Federer Play Tennis is a truly a Joy
Even if you have never seen that Federer forehand or the crafty Federer serve before, you will not soon forget it.
I was watching the Sampras Federer match in the "Net Jets Showdown" on TV, and as a tennis fan I had to wonder how many people watching Roger for the first time were in awe. In a classic match up of the two all time greatest players, Federer won the first set easily, then lost a close second set. He fell behind 2-5 in the third set before rallying with that Roger Federer racquet and winning a thrilling tie-break 7-6 in the third set. It was satisfying entertainment for all of the 19,000 plus fans crammed into Madison Square Garden.
Federer moves with cat-like speed. He never looks nervous, and always plays his best during the biggest moments. I can not forget the many Roger Federer forehands that he has hit for winners from all over the court. Just when you think he is about to lose the point...boom. If it isn't the Federer backhand, it is the Federer forehand. He renders his opponent defenseless. Game, set, match.
Januay 31, 2010: Sweet 16! Federer Wins the Australian Open.
The Swiss Magician has done it again. Roger defeated Andy Murray in straight sets to capture the Australian Open title and his 16th major title. Roger was on his game from the opening moments and looked unbeatable at times in topping the Scot 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (13-11). The first two sets were very workmanlike for Roger, but the third set was a different story. After going down a break early in the set, Roger had to break back to force a tiebreaker. And what a tiebreaker it was. It went back and forth throughout with some vey high level tennis from both players before Roger prevailed with a backhand error into the net from Murray. Afterwards at the trophy presentation, Murray got choked up a bit and had a very funny line saying, "I can cry like Roger. It's a shame I can't play like him." There were no tears from Roger this time, but he too humored the crowd with a comment that the little girl next to his wife was not his daughter. Federer jokingly said, " Last week she was 6 months old and now she's eight years old." For all Federer fans, today was just another delightful experience. What a joy it is to be a fan of the great Roger Federer. He continues to give us all plenty to enjoy.
January 29, 2010: The Swiss Master Rolls Into Australian Open Final. Will Play Murray
Roger has once again advanced to a Grand Slam Final by steamrolling Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in a near flawless display of tennis. The scores were 6-2, 6-3, 6-2. Roger is after is fourth Australian Open title. The only remaining foe is Andy Murray. It is shaping up to be a showdown and has all the makings of a classic final. Many observers believe Roger and Andy Murray are the two best players in the game right now. Murray leads the head to head 6-4, but Roger has won the last two meetings. Possibly, more importantly, Roger won their only Grand Slam matchup at the 2008 US Open final. It should be a great tennis match come Sunday.
January 27, 2010: Roger Rolls On To Semifinals
The Swiss Master had to shake off a slow start to overcome his quarterfinal opponent Nicolay Davydenko. After dropping the first set and being down a break in the second set, it was as if Roger flipped a switch and returned to form. At one point during the middle sets Roger won 13 games in a row en route to a 2-6, 6-3, 6-0, 7-5 victory. The final set was a closely contested battle but once again Federer prevailed over the Russian opponent. After defeating Nicolay the first 12 times they met, Roger had lost the last two meetings. Federer has ensured he'll be at No. 1 for a 268th week when the new rankings are released Monday, equaling Jimmy Connors in third place on the all-time list. Now it's on to the semifinals for a record 23rd consecutive time in Grand Slam tournaments. The opponent will be Jo-Wilfried Tsonga who won a tough five setter against Novak Djokovic.
January 19, 2010: Roger Wins First Three Matches at the Australian Open
The last time Roger performed at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia, he checked out in tears after dropping the Australian Open final to Rafael Nadal 12 months ago. Fortunately, there was no repeat performance in the first three rounds, merely several stressful minutes for the Swiss star seeking his 16th Grand Slam title in a 4-6, 6-2, 7-6 (2), 6-0 first-round win over Igor Andreev of Russia. Roger lost the initial set , then breezed to an easy second set win, then preserved three set points in the 12th game of 3rd set prior to taking the tiebreaker and completely dominating the fourth set. "I did know it was going to be tough, we played five sets in New York two years back and I really had to adjust my game to beat him," Federer said of Andreev. "I think I definitely got lucky to get out of that one. It was a fortunate third set today. I prefer easier matches, but this worked as well."
Roger continued his winning ways with wins in the second and third rounds as well. In the third round, he topped Spain’s Albert Montanes 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 for his 50th career victory at Melbourne Park. Next up is Australia's top player and former number one Leyton Hewitt. "I feel good, I feel confident," Federer said. "Pretty straightforward match. Physically I'm fine and mentally fresh and that's the way you want to go into the second week."
November 29, 2009: Roger Loses to Davydenko in World Tour Finals
Roger lost a tough three set match to Nikolay Davydenko in the semi-final at the ATP World Tour Finals. The final tally was 2-6, 6-4, 5-7. Federer had never lost to the Russian, Davydenko, in 12 previous matches. But number 13 proved unlucky for the great champion. So 2009 has wrapped up for Roger. Although he didn't win this tournament, the year was certainly a successful one for Federer. Two grand slam titles, including his first at The French Open and his record breaking 15th at Wimbledon made it a memorable season.
November 27, 2009: Roger To Semis at World Tour Finals
Although Federer lost to U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro, he has still qualified for the semi-finals of the season ending tournament in London. The World Tour Finals features the top eight tennis players in the world for this year. The rules are a little different at this tourney. There is a round robin play for two groups of four players. On Roger's side is Andy Murray, Fernando Verdasco, and Del Potro. Roger defeated Murray and Verdasco in three sets each but lost to Del Potro 2-6, 7-6(5) and 3-6. Now that the semi-finals are set, play continues as a single elimination tournament.
October 18, 2009: Federer To Miss Tokyo and Shanghai Tournaments
For those of you wondering why you didn't see Roger's name in the news for the recent Shanghai tournament, it's not because Roger lost a match early in the tourney. It's because he did not participate in the tournament. It has been a long season and a lot has happened for our great star this year. After consulting with his doctors and team, Roger made the difficult decision to skip both tournaments. Good for him. This will give Federer the opportunity for his body to rest and recover from a demanding year and spend some time with his wife and twin daughters.
In other news, Roger will be honored in Austria with his own postage stamp. The stamp will show a picture of Federer winning the French Open this year. Roger was also honored in 2007 with a Swiss stamp after winning Wimbledon that year.
Sept 14, 2009: Roger Denied Sixth Straight U.S. Open Championship
What a run it was. Roger won 40 matches in a row at The U.S. Open before dropping one Monday to Juan Martin del Potro. Unfortunately it was the championship match. Those 40 matches included the last five titles in Flushing Meadows. For awhile it looked like it would be number six as Federer was up a set and a break in the second set. But the young (20 years old) Argentine showed that he is not just tall and talented as he displayed a lot of guts and determination in mounting a comeback. The final tally was 3-6, 7-6 (5), 4-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2. Somehow, del Potro never seemed intimidated by the man many consider the greatest tennis player in history or the prospect of playing in his first Grand Slam final. The match lasted four hours, and six minutes and was the first U.S. Open final to go five sets in ten years. Roger seemed to accept the loss without nearly as much emotion as he showed after losing to Nadal in the Australian Open final in January. It probably doesn't hurt that he had a fantastic year with two Major titles, broke Sampras major titles record, a wedding, and the birth of his twin daughters.
August 23, 2009: Roger Wins Cincinnati Masters Title
The Swiss Star looks like he is ready for the U.S.Open. After looking good all week in Cincinnati, Roger finished the tournament in style beating Novak Djokovic 6-1, 7-5 for yet another tourney win. Federer looked dominant in the first set and won easily 6-1. The second set required a little comeback as Djokovic broke Roger early and led 3-0. But not to worry, Roger did what Roger does best and that is play the big points better than his opponent. He quickly erased the deficit and went on to win 7-5 in the second set. Even Djokovic had to concede that Roger was just too good today, joking that the closest he was getting to the trophy today was at the post match trophy presentation when he stood a few feet away from it. This marks the first tournament Roger has won since becoming a proud father of twin girls. Now we can look forward to Federer defending his U.S. Open title that he has won for an amazing five years in a row.
July 24, 2009: Roger and Mirka Are Proud Parents of Twin Girls
Roger and his wife Mirka have announced that she gave birth to two beautiful and healthy twin girls on July 23rd, 2009. Charlene Riva, Myla Rose, and Mirka are all doing well. What a year it has been for Roger. First he wins the French Open for the first time and then he wins Wimbledon and breaks Pete Sampras record of 14 Grand Slam titles. Congratulations on an unbelievable year Roger...and Mirka!
July 5, 2009: Roger Wins Wimbledon and Breaks Sampras Record
Earlier today, Roger defeated Andy Roddick for his 6th Wimbledon and 15th Grand Slam title, breaking the record held previously by the great Pete Sampras. Federer served a career-high 50 aces and overcame the resilient American 5-7, 7-6 (6), 7-6 (5), 3-6, 16-14. The final set seemed to go on endlessly with each player holding serve until the 30th game when Roger finally broke through. It was the only time Federer broke Roddick's serve, but it was just enough to capture the championship. With Sampras, Borg, and Rod Laver all watching from their box, Federer and Roddick battled through five tough sets. Sampras considers Federer the greatest ever now.“I have to give it to him,” Pete said. “The critics say Laver, and (Rafael) Nadal has beaten him a few times at majors. He’s won all the majors, he’s won 15 now, he’s going to win a few more here. So in my book he is. He’s a stud. He’s only 27. He’ll contend here for many years, and the U.S. Open, and all the majors. If he just keeps it going and stays healthy, he could go to 18, 19, potentially. The guy, he’s a legend. Now he’s an icon.” We couldn't have said it better ourselves. Congratulations Roger.
June 7, 2009: Roger captures the French... Finally!
Roger Federer has become the greatest tennis player in history in many people's minds. After several difficult matches in earlier rounds, Roger had an easier time of it today, as he beat Robin Soderling in the final of the French Open. What a fantastic accomplishment for the man who personifies the word elegance as a professional athlete. He now has 14 Grand Slam tournament titles, tying the great Pete Sampras for the most all time. In winning today, Roger also became only the sixth man ever to win a Grand Slam tournament on all four surfaces. Roger was brilliant from the outset steamrolling Soderling in the first set 6 to 1. The second set was a little tougher, but Roger won in a tiebreaker. He sealed the vicory in the third set 6-4. Tennis fans both in attendance in Paris and around the world are surely thrilled for our great star. It was evident from the moment Roger walked onto the court that he had the overwhelming support of the fans in attendance. When the last point was over, a thunderous roar erupted and Roger fell to his knees in celebration. What a great moment for Roger and the entire sports world.
June 2009: Can Roger Finally Win the French Open?
There’s a lot of pressure on the great Federer in this second week at Roland Garros. If he wins this major tournament, many will consider him the greatest player of all time. Now that is pressure. Roger has never won the French Open and it is the only Grand Slam title that has escaped him. If he comes away as the champion in Paris this week, he becomes only the sixth man to have won all four Grand Slam majors, and it would be a historic triumph as well, since he would tie Pete Sampras’ record for most majors won in a career (14). With Roger's nemesis Rafael Nadal stunningly upset on Sunday, history awaits our Swiss star, and his experience dwarfs that of the other remaining players. The other players will likely be inspired by Nadal’s exit, but Federer knows this is the chance of a lifetime for him. Let's hope Roger can finally take home the French Open trophy.
March 2009: Roger Wins Fans and Peers Awards
Roger continues to be the most popular player on the ATP World Tour as well as the best sportsman. The 2008 ATP World Tour Awards were announced in today. Fellow players voted for Roger as the winner of the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award for a record fifth consecutive year. Only Edberg himself can claim that he won the award five times. And in a poll of fans, Roger for the sixth consecutive year was voted ATPWorldTour.com Fans’ Favorite. Of his dual honours, Roger said: “It is great to receive two more awards. It is always important for me to be a good sportsman on the court and give the right example for others to follow and hopefully inspire the next generation. It also means the world to me to be the fans’ favorite player for the sixth year in a row. The support I receive from the fans around the world is so motivating and it is humbling to receive this award once again." As always, Roger is a humble champion.
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