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Numbers point to seasoned Federer’s struggle to stay on top

The Swiss, seventh in the ‘Race to London’, as it’s called, is struggling to get entry into a tournament, which many recognise as the ‘fifth’ Grand Slam, he’s dominated for the past decade - a record six titles from eight finals. In an attempt to help him get over the line, the ATP tournament in Vienna has reserved a wildcard for Federer in case he does not have enough points to make the cut for the season finale.

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Murray's possible absence due to back surgery would also help Federer to qualify for the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

Kali kaalam.

Already won the event 6 times. No need to qualify with help of grace.

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Murray's possible absence due to back surgery would also help Federer to qualify for the ATP World Tour Finals in London.

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Novak Djokovic announces engagement to girlfriend

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Djokovic, Nadal, Gasquet, Wawrinka and Isner win their matches at China Open...

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sport...ticle14621205/

Djokovic, Nadal, Gasquet and Berdych reach the semifinals of the Chinese Open.

Nadal had to rally from a 2-6, 1-4 deficit to overcome Fabio Fognini of Italy (2-6, 6-4, 6-1) in their quarterfinal match.

Tomas Berdych retires while down 2-4 in the first set to Rafa Nadal in the Chinese Open semifinal match. This means Rafa will be ranked the #1 tennis player in the world irrespective of who wins the finals! WOW! What a come back!!!

Nadal Returns To No. 1 By Reaching Beijing Final

ATP News - October 5, 2013

http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Ten...1-Berdych.aspx

"Sania Mirza-Cara Black clinch China Open"

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Djokovic beats Nadal for fourth China Open

The current champion in Beijing was at his ruthless best to defeat Nadal 6-3, 6-4, a day before he is set to be unseated at the top of the world rankings by the number two Spaniard. The result was Nadal’s first hardcourt loss of the season.

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