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Wimbledon 2009:
Round 2: Roger Federer def Guillermo Garcia-Lopez
Roger Federer (2) 6 6 6
Guillermo Garcia-Lopez 2 2 4
Roger Federer's Fan community in fb just crossed 2 million Members.
It was witnessing monstrous growth since the day he joined FB. It was 1,343,143 on 24th May 2009 and 1,481,386 on 26th May.
Hope he wins the remaining slams of the year and capture his World number one ranking again.
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Q. A question about your Facebook account. Do you actually update everything yourself there? Was it all fun? What made you do that, your Facebook account?
ROGER FEDERER: I didn't understand the question, I'm sorry.
Q. Do you update everything yourself there?
ROGER FEDERER: Yeah. I mean, obviously I have a person who helps me doing it, because I can't go all the time on it. But I try to update it, you know, as frequently as I can. It's a fun thing, really, you know, that's been a lot of pleasure lately.
Yeah, it's amazing how the fan base grows quickly, you know. So many fantastic fans, not only on Facebook. I think we're close to two million fans over there, and 250,000 fans on my own website.
So it's been nice, and I like to interact. They mean a lot to me, you know, that they support me so much ‑ maybe not only by Internet, but also the stadium, I can feel that. It's a way to thank them.
http://www.wimbledon.org/en_GB/news/...865723156.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kYrc0Mt-Cc
Shot around the post against Yen Hsun Lu in Round 1/ wimbly 2009.
He ought to be #1. He is second to NONE! 8-) 8-) 8-)Quote:
Originally Posted by ajithfederer
http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/t...y-1717906.html
Federer on fast track in pursuit of history
Former champion shows no flicker of weakness as he powers towards record
Paul Newman at Wimbledon
Thursday, 25 June 2009
The five-times Wimbledon champion Roger Federer serves on his way to a 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 second-round victory over Guillermo Garcia-Lopez
Perhaps Roger Federer wanted to check that all was well with his heavily pregnant wife, Mirka, who was feeling under the weather and had decided not to go on court for his second-round match against Guillermo Garcia-Lopez. Perhaps he needed time to work on his Facebook page, which he updates personally. Perhaps he had to meet designers to discuss his next on-court outfit.
Whatever the reason, the five-times Wimbledon champion was in a hurry here yesterday. Although he never demeaned himself by actually breaking sweat, Federer went about his business yesterday like a man on a mission. The former world No 1's 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 win took just an hour and 29 minutes as he took another stride towards his goal of beating Pete Sampras's all-time record of 15 Grand Slam titles with victory here in 10 days time.
Federer played beautifully, crushing an opponent who has been enjoying the best grass-court season of his career. In the third round he meets Germany's Philipp Kohlschreiber, who beat the Czech Republic's Ivo Minar 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 6-2, 8-6.
Mirka has been an almost permanent courtside fixture during Federer's matches over the years, but yesterday she was missing. "She's just not feeling 100 per cent," Federer said after the match. "She only felt 95 per cent, so we decided it's better if she takes it easy instead of sitting in the sun, maybe feeling worse the next day. It's important for her to rest. She's already feeling better, which is good."
Federer has never revealed publicly the date when their first baby is expected and when a reporter asked him if it was "till 10 August, more or less" he replied: "I never said it. I don't know who told you, but you can speculate as much as you want."
Yesterday's victory was even more impressive than Federer's opening win over Yen-Hsun Lu. Although Garcia-Lopez prefers clay, the 26-year-old Spaniard did not look out of place on grass and is enjoying a good year, having won his first title last month at Kitzbuhel.
The world No 42 has an easy, languid style and won his first-round match against Agustin Calleri for the loss of only seven games. He made the third round here last year, reached the same stage at Queen's Club a fortnight ago, when he lost to Andy Murray, and played in his first grass-court semi-final last week at Eastbourne, losing to Dmitry Tursunov. He trains with Juan Carlos Ferrero, a former world No 1.
Garcia-Lopez must have known he was in trouble from the moment he served a double fault on the opening point, though he went on to win the first game. Federer broke in the third and fifth games and took the first set in just 27 minutes, converting his first set point with an exquisite winning forehand. It was struck from inside the tramlines on his backhand flank and was hit so early that it was virtually a half-volley.
In the second game of the second set Garcia-Lopez forced his only break points of the whole match. Federer saved the first with an ace and the second with a service winner, both drilled wide to the Spaniard's backhand. In the following game the Swiss broke serve with a beautiful backhand cross-court pass.
Having broken again to lead 5-2, Federer served out for the set. Not even the line judges could help Garcia-Lopez. On set point Federer fired an ace down the middle, only for it to be called wide, but the umpire immediately overruled him.
Another early break saw Federer take command of the third set and at 5-3 he converted his first match point with a service winner. Federer strolled to the net, took off his headband, shook the hands of Garcia-Lopez and the umpire and acknowledged the crowd's applause. He looked as if he had gone for nothing more strenuous than a gentle stroll around Wimbledon Park.
The Swiss said he was surprised that he had won so easily. "I felt good," he said. "I expected it would be much harder because he's been playing well in Eastbourne. He reached the semis there. And I've played him twice before. He has a good forehand and a steady backhand. On grass, you never know."
His post-match press conference over, it was time, perhaps, for Federer to open up his laptop. He has been updating his Facebook page on a regular basis since arriving here last week. Before the tournament started he went on to Centre Court to see the new sliding roof and had a photograph taken, which he then posted on his Facebook page.
"I obviously have a person who helps me do it, because I can't go on it all the time," Federer said. "But I try to update it as frequently as I can. It's a fun thing and has given me a lot of pleasure lately. It's amazing how the fan base grows quickly. There are so many fantastic fans, not only on Facebook. I think we're close to two million fans over there and 250,000 fans on my own website.
"I like to interact with them. The fans mean a lot to me. They support me so much – not only by internet, but also in the stadium, I can feel that. It's a way to thank them."
The Fourth Round Stupid Statistics
This is the 4 time when Fed is expected to have a 5-setter at GS. USO (Igor andreew), AO (Berdych), FO (Haas). Interestingly, he faces Soderling who in 4 sets conquered 4-time FO Champion in the 4th round.
All hail the Fourerer
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http://www.orkut.com/Main#CommMsgs.a...45&na=2&nst=78
Taken fromthe stupid statistics thread from RF orkut community.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPVdd...er_profilepage
Roger federer vs the hawkeye.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTFkxltP0Ns
Craziest tennis rally ever involving Lleyton hewitt and thalaivar
:lol:
Oru 45 shots dhaan irukkum, tea kudichittu varavanga varalam.
OFF COURT - 250'000 MEMBERS
Dear fans
We passed the mark of a quarter of a million registered members on my website today! It is terrific to see so many of you here, on my facebook account as well as in the stadiums all over the world when I play. I appreciate all this contact we have and I would like to thank you all for your continued support.
Roger
http://www.rogerfederer.com/en/roger...fm?uNewsID=926
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Year Wise results of Roger Federer Post 1:(YWRRF 1)
1994:
JUNIOR - EUROPEAN INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Genova , Italy | Junior | clay [o]
R128 Lazar Magdincev MKD 6-4 6-2
R64 Herm Zhalavar GER 3-6 2-6
Doubles with: Jarkko Nieminen (FIN)
R128 Xavier Malisse
Olivier Rochus BEL
BEL 6-7 4-6
10.07.1994 - 17.07.1994
JUNIOR - CARL GANTOIS CUP
Waregem, Belgium | Junior | clay [o]
R32 Bye
R16 Tiago Ruffoni BRA 0-6 2-6
30.03.1994 - 03.04.1994
JUNIOR - INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT
Genova, Italy | Junior | clay [o]
R64 Alen Bekavac CRO 2-6 2-6
http://www.rogerfederer.com/en/roger...cfm?uYear=1994
YWRRF PostsTo be Cont'd:
Thalaivar talks about slowing grass, serve and volley, chip and charge and extreme baseline play.
Quote:
Originally Posted by ajithfederer
yeah, the slowing grass is a disgrace. I doubt if Nadal would have won a wimbledon if the slowing hadnt happened.
Adhukku thaan French Open irukke - ingeyum edhukku baseline play. Disgraceful.
Year Wise results of Roger Federer Post 2:(YWRRF 2)
1995:
17.02.1995 - 19.02.1995
JUNIOR - EUROPEAN WINTER CUPS
San Miniato, Italy | Junior | carpet [i]
RR Sergius Papadopoulos GRE 2-6 5-7
RR Fono Laszlo HUN 4-6 4-6
RR Uros Vico ITA 4-6 2-6
05.02.1995 - 12.02.1995
JUNIOR - LES PETITS AS
Tarbes, France | Junior | hard [i]
R64 Lovro Zovko CRO 2-6 2-6
http://www.rogerfederer.com/en/roger...cfm?uYear=1995
YWRRF PostsTo be Cont'd:
Actually he speaks the other way.
He feels that the grass hasn't slowed much(:shock: ??) and he says that players these days are playing more from baseline so we get a lot of rallies.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Plum
Apdiya? Avare sollittappuram, namma enna solla? But ennakkenamo speed korainj maaadhiri oru brahmai...
This is the 1st question I selected to answer: Suzana Knezevic at 6:26pm June 30 What do you plan to do when you stop playing tennis and retire???
Dear Suzana- When I stop playing tennis, which I hope will not be for a very long time, I plan to dedicate a lot of time to my foundation. I will also get involved with some businesses I enjoy and try to continue to give back to tennis. I will also try to catch up with my family and friends that I don’t get to see very often and I will make sure I am a great Dad and husband.
But, I don’t like to think about life after tennis as I am enjoying the sport so much now and don’t see stopping anytime soon.
This is the second question I selected: Laura Polding at 6:40pm June 30 1. How do you feel about the new Centre Court roof?
Dear Laura- I think the new center court roof is great. The AELTC was able to keep the old, traditional elements of center court intact and add a very modern element..the roof! Tennis has become so global and it is now great that many of the fans who come on site to watch the tennis and the millions of fans around the world can watch live tennis all the time.
I have not yet had a chance to play a match under the roof, but I am excited to do so in the future. The days of rain delays are now over!
Final question as I have to hit the sack now: Allison Wilson Ogden at 6:59pm June 30 Hi, i am a national level tournament player in the 12s. What do you think is the most important part of my game to develop at this age. This is my moms fb page. Michael Ogden
Dear Michael-Obviously, passion is key, coordination is important as well so to also mix in different sports is a good idea. But keep an eye on what you could improve physically already and see where your potential is so you can work on your weaker points for later in your game. I always thought having a long term goal is important as a junior.
Having good support from coaches is important and they will help you lead the way. I know that it is a cliché, but there is no substitute for hard work and dedication. This is vital.
verum brahmai illai, athuthaan unmai.....Quote:
Originally Posted by Plum
Post 2001(or 2005) courts of the all england club has definitely slowed down gradually. I even read that the balls they are using are heavier making it extra slower (whatever that means). Practically other than the bounce (which is lower in Wimbledon compared to Roland Garros) and a bit of pace practically there seems to be not much difference (atleast from the way we see players winning points mostly from baseline). I think even Pete would have found it little tough to win Wimbledon (even if was in his prime) the way it is today.
Omega, that's my feeling, too. But thalaivar slow illai-nu solraare...
Even granting that he might have said it to stand tall above such petty discussions, ivLo explicit-a En ipdi maruppu therivikkaNum-nu puriyalai
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1egdxdcMrY
Federer hits the net 3 times and wins the point
Some destiny :)
Beat this
Should Fed make the finals, he will be the FIRST EVER TO REACH 7 FINALS at wimbledon. Neither in the open-era nor before has anybody reached seven wimby finals on a trot
THis also includes Willaim Renshaw who reached (or present) only six finals on a trot.
Hail Fedex should he beat Haas.
Records coming soon
I had never thought about this.. If Federer wins Wimbledon he ll create the following records:
1) Most grand slam titles(15).Currently tied with Sampras.
2) Most grass court titles(11).Currently tied with Sampras.
3) Most grand slam finals(20).Currently tied with Lendl.
4) Most years winning more than one GS(5).Currently tied with Sampras.
5) Holding grand slams on 3 different surfaces simultaneously(USO,FO,Wimbly).Currently only Nadal has that record.
6) As a bonus, he will regain the no.1 ranking!!
Talk about killing six birds with one stone Go Fedex!!
http://www.orkut.com/Main#CommMsgs.a...89&na=2&nst=42