Roger Federer rightly favourite for Wimbledon

[clayqueen]

Roger Federer rightly favourite for Wimbledon - he's ready to win record crown

Tom Adams

In-depth: Refreshed, renewed, razor-sharp. Is Roger Federer really ready to secure a record eighth Wimbledon - at the age of 35?

This year's Wimbledon brings to an end one of the most unlikely runs in tennis. Incredibly, it has been 26 Grand Slams since the great Roger Federer was last installed as the favourite to win, and yet, at the age of 35, he is now the bookies’ favourite to claim an eighth title at SW19.

The run stretches all the way back to the 2010 US Open. Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Rafa Nadal have all shared the honours since but now, finally, Federer is back at the top of the game. It is a reflection of the collapse in form suffered by world number one Murray and the ongoing struggles of the man he replaced, Djokovic, but thanks to a superb 2017, Federer is surely favourite on his own merit.

But could he really be crowned king of Wimbledon for the first time since 2012, when many thought he would be safely retired by this time? Is Federer prepared for the added pressure of expectation, when he has operated so well as an underdog this year?

Is one of sport’s great comebacks set for another chapter? Could Federer really pull clear of Pete Sampras with a record eighth title at Wimbledon?

Ominous signs from Halle

Roger Federer from Switzerland poses with his trophy after winning his final match against Alexander Zverev from Germany at the Gerry Weber Open tennis tournament in HalleGetty Images

Federer contested his 140th singles final on Sunday and looked as devastatingly effective as he has at any stage of his storied career, blowing away young pretender Alexander Zverev 6-1 6-3 in just 53 minutes. It was an awesome display of Federer's enduring prowess.

One of the secrets of Federer’s resurgence this year, consecrated of course in his capture of the Australian Open at the start of 2017 for his 18th Grand Slam title, has been an enhanced aggressively in his game. Federer wants to win points early and is relentless in his attacking.

On Sunday, he won the first seven points of the match, breaking Zverev to love in the opening game, and barely relented after that. Federer was coming to the net to dominate his young opponent – a tactic which has been historically suited to Wimbledon, even if the classical serve-and-volley game is no longer in vogue.

http://www.eurosport.co.uk/tennis/w...dy-to-win-record-crown_sto6230286/story.shtml

 

[Newballs]

Don't wannna hype it too much.
He could lose ya know (not that he will...)

 

[clayqueen]

TENNIS
Randy Chambers Follow on twitter: @GrabThePoints · June 13, 2017

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With the French Open wrapped up, we now turn our attention to the 2017 Wimbledon that takes place in less than a month. We’ll obviously have a lot of the matches covered individually, but let's take a look at some future bets on the men's side before the tournament takes place. Of course, I try to go with some longer odds in hopes of cashing out big considering my money is tied up for a few weeks.

USA TODAY Sports

Here are five ATP players to consider betting on in the 2017 Wimbledon.

Milos Raonic - Milos Raonic has had a hit or miss season overall, but he did make the Wimbledon final last year and the semifinals in 2014. Raonic has won 73 percent of his matches in the Wimbledon, his second most successful grand slam so far for his career. Raonic will be a tough out as long as his second serve holds up and given his recent history in this tournament, he's worth a future bet at +1200.

Roger Federer - If you're looking for my Wimbledon winner, I'm going with Roger Federer. He's been playing great tennis overall and has made at least the semifinals in his last five grand slam appearances. Federer is also far more rested than anybody in the field given that he skipped the French Open to prepare himself for this tournament. Add to the fact Federer has at least made the final in 10 of his last 14 appearances at Wimbledon. Even with +275 odds, Federer is worth a big play.

Stan Wawrinka - We’re getting Stan Wawrinka with +2500 odds. Yes, Wawrinka isn't at his best on grass and has surpassed the fourth round of Wimbledon just twice in his career. However, were talking about a player who has has at least made the semifinals in five of his last seven grand slam appearances. Nothing with Wawrinka at this point is surprising, and with these odds, you'll give yourself a nice hedging opportunity in the later rounds.

Alexander Zverev Jr. - Speaking of hedging, we’re getting Alexander Zverev Jr. with +2000 odds. Yes, the same Zverev who has won three titles this season and has eight wins over top-10 players since last year. The only thing missing from the super talented kid is a grand slam run, as he's never made it out of the third round. A run is coming eventually and I want to profit when it does. So, I’ll have +2000 odds in my back pocket with a chance to hedge when/if the opportunity presents itself.

Andy Murray - The bottom line is there's a lot top players who don't have much success on grass, so the odds are heavily favoring Andy Murray and Federer in this tournament. If you play Fed, you might as well add Murray, who has made at least the quarterfinals of Wimbledon every year since 2008. Its his home grand slam, and he's going to do everything he can to win this title back-to-back seasons. It appears to be a two-man race with Novak Djokovic struggling to find his rhythm, and you're wise to have both guys on your card if looking to place some future bets before the tournament.


Read more at https://sportschatplace.com/tennis-...k-predictions-dark-horses#PJbdqlIqkPAZQWSw.99

 

[Bukmeikara]

Wow, never really realise that the last time Fed was number 1 favorite ... back in 2010. Was Nadal the favorite at AO 11 ?! I mean he lost to Ferrer in the previous year and Fed won the WTF and was the defending champion, it was probably a toss up between them.

 

[Poisoned Slice]

It's happening.

 

[Xavier G]

I don't think there's an outstanding favourite this year but Federer and Murray are my top two picks.

Roger's player of the year so far even at 35 and Andy's defending champion on home turf.
Cilic and Raonic have lesser chances depending on circumstances, maybe Nadal if he gets past the early rounds. Winning might be beyond him though. Don't really see Stan going all the way and winning either, but he may make the later stages. Kyrgios? Perhaps he can have a good tourney. Novak? Wouldn't totally rule him out, but it would be a bit of a surprise.
I'd like some of the younger players like Zverev and Thiem to make an impression though.

 

[Tatenda]

He is the one that looks like he has it all together to win all 7 matches there

 

[underground]

Wow, never really realise that the last time Fed was number 1 favorite ... back in 2010. Was Nadal the favorite at AO 11 ?! I mean he lost to Ferrer in the previous year and Fed won the WTF and was the defending champion, it was probably a toss up between them.

After some digging on MTF, according to some posters there, it's a mixed bag between the bookies, half have Rafa as favourite and half have Fed. Apparently Fed was a slight favourite pre-tournament for Wimbledon 2010 and USO 2010. So yeah it's been nearly 7 years since Fed is favourite amongst all the bookies before the tournament started.

 

[abmk]

Wow, never really realise that the last time Fed was number 1 favorite ... back in 2010. Was Nadal the favorite at AO 11 ?! I mean he lost to Ferrer in the previous year and Fed won the WTF and was the defending champion, it was probably a toss up between them.

Nadal lost to Murray in AO 10. He lost to Ferrer in 2011.
And after winning 3 slams in 2010, I guess rafa was indeed the favorite in AO 11.

 

[KINGROGER]

Wow, never really realise that the last time Fed was number 1 favorite ... back in 2010. Was Nadal the favorite at AO 11 ?! I mean he lost to Ferrer in the previous year and Fed won the WTF and was the defending champion, it was probably a toss up between them.

Definitely Nadal going off his 2010 season post AO.

 

[Sentinel]

Don't wannna hype it too much.
He could lose ya know (not that he will...)

************* trying to hype Federer as much as possible. Looks like the FO win has really gone to their heads.

Decimø on a roll

 

[Sentinel]

After some digging on MTF, according to some posters there, it's a mixed bag between the bookies, half have Rafa as favourite and half have Fed. Apparently Fed was a slight favourite pre-tournament for Wimbledon 2010 and USO 2010. So yeah it's been nearly 7 years since Fed is favourite amongst all the bookies before the tournament started.

Fed and Bull are both strong contenders but i doubt if anyone is a lock.
Either of the two could get knocked off early.

 

[helterskelter]

Who was the favorite going in to the 2012 US Open? I guess it must have been Djokovic, but Federer was back at #1 and had beaten him fairly handily at Wimbledon, while Djokovic had had a few big disappointments in a row - lost Monte Carlo, Rome, and Roland Garros finals to Nadal, Wimbledon semis to Djokovic, only got fourth at the Olympics, Federer beat him in Cincinnati with a bagel in the first set...It must have at least been close in the odds between them.

 

[Talker]

I got Fed as the favorite in every tournament he enters.

His basic game has been as good as it's been for awhile but with the dramatic upgrade to the backhand, which still blows me away, he is the one to beat.

Still can't believe that Fed is the man in 2017. Holy crap........

 

[70後]

Who had the better odds, Fed at Wim 17 or Nad at RG 17?

 

[Gary Duane]

Am I the only one who see things like this?

"One of the secrets of Federer’s resurgence this year, consecrated of course in his capture of the Australian Open at the start of 2017 for his 18th Grand Slam title, has been an enhanced aggressively in his game."

Do any of these clowns proof what they write?

I type things like that daily, but I'm not making a living writing. Of course he means (perhaps):

aggressivity

 

[ChrisRF]

I got Fed as the favorite in every tournament he enters.

His basic game has been as good as it's been for awhile but with the dramatic upgrade to the backhand, which still blows me away, he is the one to beat.

Still can't believe that Fed is the man in 2017. Holy crap........

Do you think he’ll catch Nadal in the race for Year-End Number One?

2400 points seems to be a lot to ask for, but clay season is over for Rafa and a win at Wimbledon could easily reduce the gap to under 1000 with 4 hardcourt Masters, a Slam and the WTF still coming. Also the mental boost would be immense for Federer after an 8th Wimbledon crown.

 

[edberg volleys]

Who had the better odds, Fed at Wim 17 or Nad at RG 17?

Fred but only marginally.

 

[Deleted member 512391]

It's happening.

 

[clayqueen]

Nadal lost to Murray in AO 10. He lost to Ferrer in 2011.

Some of you either have selective memory or just don't like the facts. Nadal was injured on both occasions.

Andy Murray said he was "gutted" for Rafael Nadal after the Spaniard withdrew from their quarter-final match at the Australian Open.

No way back: Rafael Nadal could not complete his match against Andy Murray Photo: GETTY IMAGES


1:39PM GMT 26 Jan 2010


Murray was leading 6-3, 7-6, 3-0 when Nadal - who had earlier had medical treatment for the pain in his knee - offered his hand to the Briton.

"I've known Rafa since I was maybe 13 or 14 and always looked up to him," said Murray. "He's my favourite player to watch because of his energy and what he brings to the court. I'm a bit gutted for him.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/te...2010-Andy-Murray-gutted-for-Rafael-Nadal.html

Ferrer beats injured Nadal to secure Murray semi-final
Australian Open, Melbourne
Venue: Melbourne Park Dates: 17-30 January
Coverage: Watch on BBC TV, Red Button, BBC Sport website (UK only) & Eurosport; listen on BBC 5 live sports extra and online; text commentary online;full details

Nadal received treatment after only three games of his quarter-final

By Ben Dirs

David Ferrer defeated an injury-stricken Rafael Nadal 6-4 6-2 6-3 to set up a semi-final against Andy Murray at the Australian Open.

Top seed Nadal had his left thigh strapped early in the first set and the heavy-hitting Ferrer showed his friend and fellow Spaniard little mercy.

Ferrer feasted on Nadal's weakened serve as he moved into a two-set lead.

And while Nadal hung in gamely, seventh seed Ferrer held his nerve to secure a semi-final debut in Melbourne.

It was the first time the 24-year-old Nadal had lost in a major since retiring hurt against Murray in last year's Australian Open quarter-finals.

And injury destroyed the world number one's dream of holding all four majors simultaneously - the so-called 'Rafa Slam' - on Rod Laver Arena.

606: DEBATE

I must say congratulations to David Ferrer for continuing to play well amidst the drama on Rod Laver

"This is a difficult day for me," said Nadal, adding that he preferred to not talk about the nature of his injury. "For respect to the winner and to a friend, I prefer to talk about the match.

"Today I can't do more than what I did, he played at a very high level."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/9376582.stm

 

[clayqueen]

Do you think he’ll catch Nadal in the race for Year-End Number One?

2400 points seems to be a lot to ask for, but clay season is over for Rafa and a win at Wimbledon could easily reduce the gap to under 1000 with 4 hardcourt Masters, a Slam and the WTF still coming. Also the mental boost would be immense for Federer after an 8th Wimbledon crown.

Wait until Fed wins Wimbledon before you start talking about him gaining a mental boost.

 

[abmk]

@clayqueen :

a) my memory is just fine.
He got injured at the end of a long rally at the beginning of the ferrer match in AO 2011.
yes, nadal would've probably won if not injured, but he'd have lost to djokovic in the final anyways , considering the form djokovic was in.

b) he got injured near the end of the 2nd set of AO 2010 QF vs murray. But Murray was outplaying him before that anyways and probably going to win the match even without nadal's injuries. Now deal with it.

c) I was only correcting the poster because the poster said he lost to ferrer in AO 10. didn't feel the need to mention the injuries.

 

[clayqueen]

@clayqueen :

a) my memory is just fine.
He got injured at the end of a long rally at the beginning of the ferrer match in AO 2011.
yes, nadal would've probably won if not injured, but he'd have lost to djokovic in the final anyways , considering the form djokovic was in.

b) he got injured near the end of the 2nd set of AO 2010 QF vs murray. But Murray was outplaying him before that anyways and probably going to win the match even without nadal's injuries. Now deal with it.

c) I was only correcting the poster because the poster said he lost to ferrer in AO 10. didn't feel the need to mention the injuries.

Did you read the article where it clearly said Rafa was playing with wonky knees?

 

[clayqueen]

I don't think FedFans should get too cocky; he could run into Stakhovsky in the 1st round.

 

[Mazz Retic]

SO many jinx and anti-jinx threads popping up. I don't know who to trust anymore

 

[abmk]

Did you read the article where it clearly said Rafa was playing with wonky knees?

you mean the Ferrer match ?

yeah, so ?
he was moving fine before he injured himself in that long rally early on.

Like I said, he'd have probably won the match without injury, but would've lost to djokovic in the final.

 

[ForumMember]

Surprised to know that bookies had Federer favourite for USO 10. Nadal was having great season and had won FO and Wimby back to back, still one would pick Fed as favorite ahead of him. Bookies were duly punished for making such mistake .

 

[Tennis_Hands]

Some of you either have selective memory or just don't like the facts. Nadal was injured on both occasions.

Andy Murray said he was "gutted" for Rafael Nadal after the Spaniard withdrew from their quarter-final match at the Australian Open.

No way back: Rafael Nadal could not complete his match against Andy Murray Photo: GETTY IMAGES


1:39PM GMT 26 Jan 2010


Murray was leading 6-3, 7-6, 3-0 when Nadal - who had earlier had medical treatment for the pain in his knee - offered his hand to the Briton.

"I've known Rafa since I was maybe 13 or 14 and always looked up to him," said Murray. "He's my favourite player to watch because of his energy and what he brings to the court. I'm a bit gutted for him.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/te...2010-Andy-Murray-gutted-for-Rafael-Nadal.html

Ferrer beats injured Nadal to secure Murray semi-final
Australian Open, Melbourne
Venue: Melbourne Park Dates: 17-30 January
Coverage: Watch on BBC TV, Red Button, BBC Sport website (UK only) & Eurosport; listen on BBC 5 live sports extra and online; text commentary online;full details

Nadal received treatment after only three games of his quarter-final

By Ben Dirs

David Ferrer defeated an injury-stricken Rafael Nadal 6-4 6-2 6-3 to set up a semi-final against Andy Murray at the Australian Open.

Top seed Nadal had his left thigh strapped early in the first set and the heavy-hitting Ferrer showed his friend and fellow Spaniard little mercy.

Ferrer feasted on Nadal's weakened serve as he moved into a two-set lead.

And while Nadal hung in gamely, seventh seed Ferrer held his nerve to secure a semi-final debut in Melbourne.

It was the first time the 24-year-old Nadal had lost in a major since retiring hurt against Murray in last year's Australian Open quarter-finals.

And injury destroyed the world number one's dream of holding all four majors simultaneously - the so-called 'Rafa Slam' - on Rod Laver Arena.

606: DEBATE

I must say congratulations to David Ferrer for continuing to play well amidst the drama on Rod Laver

"This is a difficult day for me," said Nadal, adding that he preferred to not talk about the nature of his injury. "For respect to the winner and to a friend, I prefer to talk about the match.

"Today I can't do more than what I did, he played at a very high level."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/tennis/9376582.stm

Ah, the good times before the knees healed completely!

And, boy, am I happy that Andy didn't accept the "Nadal's hand" and choose Kim instead.

On the other hand the overdrive threads posting mode continues. The butthurt is here to stay.

 

[cc0509]

I don't think FedFans should get too cocky; he could run into Stakhovsky in the 1st round.

Talk about projection! Are you sure you're really talking about Federer here?

In all seriousness, I think Federer's probably got this Wimbledon title(unless I change my mind when I see the draw.)

 

[Rafa the King]

Wow, never really realise that the last time Fed was number 1 favorite ... back in 2010. Was Nadal the favorite at AO 11 ?! I mean he lost to Ferrer in the previous year and Fed won the WTF and was the defending champion, it was probably a toss up between them.

Rafa was the favorite for the first 3 slams in 2011

 

[Rafa the King]

Who had the better odds, Fed at Wim 17 or Nad at RG 17?

Fed on 3.5 while Rafa was at 1.5, not even slightly close

 

[Bukmeikara]

Offtopic but I found this "incredible" article for RG 11!

Tennis odds handicappers looking for good board value however will have a host of top shelf players on the men’s side to consider with the tennis betting odds.

The 2011 French Open from Roland Garros in Paris, France will run from May 17 through June 5. Be sure and have your Sports Gambling account open and ready for action as the top players in the world battle it out on the famed clay court.

Nadal will enter the 2011 French Open as the top ranked men’s player in the world. He has played in 6 French Open tournaments and won each and every time with the exception of 2009 when he had to withdraw due to injury. He was won 32 matches so far this year.

The number two player in the world is Novak Djokovic of Serbia. He has played in 6 previous French Open tournaments and has a best finish of semifinalist in both 2007 and 2008. He is a two time champion of the Australian Open.

Switzerland’s Roger Federer will be another popular alternative to Nadal with the Roland Garros odds. Federer won the 2009 French Open to complete a career Grand Slam and has played in a total of 12 French Open tournaments.

Federer has struggled for most of his career on the clay surface of Roland Garros but his 2009 triumph shows that he has the ability to be an outstanding tennis gambling value.

Andy Murray of Great Britain is another outstanding alternative to Nadal for the French Open tournament. Murray is the 4th ranked player in the world and has competed in 4 previous French Opens with a best finish in 2009 as a quarterfinalist. Murray has a high rank of 2nd in men’s singles.

Sweden’s Robin Soderling is another men’s player that should garner plenty of consideration on the board for Roland Garros. Soderling will enter action with the tennis odds as the 5th ranked player in the world.

He has been a finalist in the last 2 French Open tournaments and has competed in a total of 7 French Opens. He has been ranked as high as 4th in the men’s single’s standings.

Someone received money for writting this **** ...

 

[underground]

Who was the favorite going in to the 2012 US Open? I guess it must have been Djokovic, but Federer was back at #1 and had beaten him fairly handily at Wimbledon, while Djokovic had had a few big disappointments in a row - lost Monte Carlo, Rome, and Roland Garros finals to Nadal, Wimbledon semis to Djokovic, only got fourth at the Olympics, Federer beat him in Cincinnati with a bagel in the first set...It must have at least been close in the odds between them.

Djokovic was the favourite at 2.5, Fed at 3.5. 2012-2014 was basically the period where Djokovic was the favourite at every slam but ends up winning only 3 of them.

Who had the better odds, Fed at Wim 17 or Nad at RG 17?

Nadal at RG 17, his odds were close to (if not below) 1, right now Fed is hovering between 2 and 3. Murray is second favourite around 3 and 4.

Surprised to know that bookies had Federer favourite for USO 10. Nadal was having great season and had won FO and Wimby back to back, still one would pick Fed as favorite ahead of him. Bookies were duly punished for making such mistake .

Most likely because Rafa had never done well post Wimbledon at that point, had yet to reach a USO final, and Fed was a 5-time champion with 6 finals in a row, and he just won Cinci the week before (and add on the fact that after Fed's disappointing 2008 he still bounced back and took the USO).

 

[helterskelter]

Djokovic was the favourite at 2.5, Fed at 3.5. 2012-2014 was basically the period where Djokovic was the favourite at every slam but ends up winning only 3 of them.



Nadal at RG 17, his odds were close to (if not below) 1, right now Fed is hovering between 2 and 3. Murray is second favourite around 3 and 4.



Most likely because Rafa had never done well post Wimbledon at that point, had yet to reach a USO final, and Fed was a 5-time champion with 6 finals in a row, and he just won Cinci the week before (and add on the fact that after Fed's disappointing 2008 he still bounced back and took the USO).

2.5 = your pay out would be two and a half times your stake? So, you would win $50 if you bet $20? I only know fractional odds, so I'm guessing that 2.5 is the same as 5/2, and 3.5 = 7/2. 1 would be "evens".

 

[Gazelle]

Federer is favourite but I don't think he'll win.

 

[Gazelle]

2.5 = your pay out would be two and a half times your stake? So, you would win $50 if you bet $20? I only know fractional odds, so I'm guessing that 2.5 is the same as 5/2, and 3.5 = 7/2. 1 would be "evens".

2.5 = you get back 50 if you bet 20. So you win 30. I don't know the fractional odds, never use those.

2 would be "evens".

 

[Deleted member 307496]

Roger Federer rightly favourite for Wimbledon - he's ready to win record crown

Tom Adams

In-depth: Refreshed, renewed, razor-sharp. Is Roger Federer really ready to secure a record eighth Wimbledon - at the age of 35?

This year's Wimbledon brings to an end one of the most unlikely runs in tennis. Incredibly, it has been 26 Grand Slams since the great Roger Federer was last installed as the favourite to win, and yet, at the age of 35, he is now the bookies’ favourite to claim an eighth title at SW19.

The run stretches all the way back to the 2010 US Open. Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Rafa Nadal have all shared the honours since but now, finally, Federer is back at the top of the game. It is a reflection of the collapse in form suffered by world number one Murray and the ongoing struggles of the man he replaced, Djokovic, but thanks to a superb 2017, Federer is surely favourite on his own merit.

But could he really be crowned king of Wimbledon for the first time since 2012, when many thought he would be safely retired by this time? Is Federer prepared for the added pressure of expectation, when he has operated so well as an underdog this year?

Is one of sport’s great comebacks set for another chapter? Could Federer really pull clear of Pete Sampras with a record eighth title at Wimbledon?

Ominous signs from Halle

Roger Federer from Switzerland poses with his trophy after winning his final match against Alexander Zverev from Germany at the Gerry Weber Open tennis tournament in HalleGetty Images

Federer contested his 140th singles final on Sunday and looked as devastatingly effective as he has at any stage of his storied career, blowing away young pretender Alexander Zverev 6-1 6-3 in just 53 minutes. It was an awesome display of Federer's enduring prowess.

One of the secrets of Federer’s resurgence this year, consecrated of course in his capture of the Australian Open at the start of 2017 for his 18th Grand Slam title, has been an enhanced aggressively in his game. Federer wants to win points early and is relentless in his attacking.

On Sunday, he won the first seven points of the match, breaking Zverev to love in the opening game, and barely relented after that. Federer was coming to the net to dominate his young opponent – a tactic which has been historically suited to Wimbledon, even if the classical serve-and-volley game is no longer in vogue.

http://www.eurosport.co.uk/tennis/w...dy-to-win-record-crown_sto6230286/story.shtml

Who is Tom Adam's and why should his opinion matter?

 

[Deleted member 307496]

Who is Tom Adams and why should his opinion matter?

 

[clayqueen]

Who is Tom Adam's and why should his opinion matter?

No one's predictions matter a jot but they've got the right to make them.

 

[Tennis_Hands]

http://www.eurosport.com/tom-adams_aut978/author.shtml

 

[Talker]

Do you think he’ll catch Nadal in the race for Year-End Number One?

2400 points seems to be a lot to ask for, but clay season is over for Rafa and a win at Wimbledon could easily reduce the gap to under 1000 with 4 hardcourt Masters, a Slam and the WTF still coming. Also the mental boost would be immense for Federer after an 8th Wimbledon crown.

He can definitely catch him. But will he play enough?

Not sure if Fed cares about the #1 and YE #1, but it isn't far fetched at all.

 

[BGod]

Since the 2010 US Open really?

My word. It makes sense but would have thought he had it in 2012 USO considering how he choked the 2011 semifinal and was going in as Wimbledon Champ and recent #1. Who was favoured then?

 

[ChrisRF]

He can definitely catch him. But will he play enough?

Not sure if Fed cares about the #1 and YE #1, but it isn't far fetched at all.

He will play enough if not injured! He already said he’s not going to take any more breaks on his own will this year. This would meand a schedule like that:

Wimbledon, Montreal, Cincinnati, US Open, Shanghai, Basel, Paris, WTF

However, I think he skips at least one of the Masters due to fatigue. Most likely it will be Shanghai or Paris, because Ljubicic already confirmed some time ago that Federer will play Montreal this time and he definetely won’t skip Cincy. Also the break between Wimbledon and Montreal is long enough anyway.

And I’m sure if Federer sees a chance for YE #1, he’ll give it a very serious try.

 

[Talker]

He will play enough if not injured! He already said he’s not going to take any more breaks on his own will this year. This would meand a schedule like that:

Wimbledon, Montreal, Cincinnati, US Open, Shanghai, Basel, Paris, WTF

However, I think he skips at least one of the Masters due to fatigue. Most likely it will be Shanghai or Paris, because Ljubicic already confirmed some time ago that Federer will play Montreal this time and he definetely won’t skip Cincy. Also the break between Wimbledon and Montreal is long enough anyway.

And I’m sure if Federer sees a chance for YE #1, he’ll give it a very serious try.

If he plays most the tournaments then he should end up #1.

 

[kabob]

I don't think FedFans should get too cocky; he could run into Stakhovsky in the 1st round.

Why would that matter? The back injury Federer was dealing with all 2013 is healed and Stakhovsky has been irrelevant ever since that match. What would you think if someone told you not to get cocky because Nadal could draw Rosol in 1st round knowing he's been just as irrelevant as Stakhovsky?

 

[Zincubus]

I'd love Fed to win another major .... scared to dream though ...


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[Zincubus]

I'd love Fed to win another major .... scared to dream though ...


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The dream lives on

Two of the top 5 are out , leaving Murray carrying an hip injury and Djokovic who's out of form and starts tomorrow rain-spoilt day's play already a day behind ...


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[Zincubus]

Murray also out now ... Just need Muller to get rid of Cilic now --- 2 sets all , momentum with Muller


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[Zincubus]

Federer looking better and better , through to the semi with straight sets victory ..

I worry about Cilic if they both get to the final ...


Thoughts ??


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[Zincubus]

So the four semi finalists hold 19 grand slams between them BUT 18 of them were won by Federer


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