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Roger defeated in semis

07.05.2011 | Tennis, Starseite 1

Roger had to accept another defeat against Rafael Nadal today. He lost the semi-final in Madrid 7-5, 1-6, 3-6.

Roger was in trouble in the very first phase of the match, falling behind 0-2. But our champ then started mixing things up and gradually upped his level to break back in the eighth game. He did get into trouble once more as he trailed 0-40 at 5-5, but a series of attacks and first serves saved him just in the right moment. After several fantastic returns on Nadal's serve, Roger secured another break and finally the opening set. Roger saw plenty of break-chances in the second set. But failing to make use of any of them, Nadal easily leveled the match to 1-1. The third set offered plenty of opportunities for Roger to take the lead or come back onto the board - but unfortunately he was not able to take it all the way.

Roger will play the tournament in Rome next week, before the start of the French Open - the second Grand Slam of the season.

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Rosaline
05/09/2011 | 02:08 AM
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We all know Roger-Rafa match was thrilling, way better than the currently hostile media will allow whilst the media's current darling the Serb was incredibly (for all the fuss the media make about him) struggling to beat Ferrer, Feli (Serbia) and Bellucci - but the media don't bother to mention that. The Serb's merely been in the right place at the right time, assisted by the seeding system.
snillux
05/09/2011 | 02:00 AM
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Looking at Djokovic and Nadal, its clear federer does not have the game to defeat them. Not only is his single handed backhand not going to work with these super defensive guys, huge number of unforced errors will not make it easy ever. Djokovic has clearly shown how to beat nadal on EVERY surface.
goodmania
05/09/2011 | 01:35 AM
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hey roger! I think you can learn how to beat nadal from djokovic. there are many ways that you can think of....but most clear way is to beat nadal on long rally..... you can improve on other things such as serve and backhand in the mean time.
Aleks_P
05/09/2011 | 01:22 AM
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Come on Roger , this time you did show some of your world-class game . Next time go all the way to the end . YOU CAN DO IT MAN. Use your last years of your carrier
Roger_Lu
05/09/2011 | 01:13 AM
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Darling! Such a shame you couldn't make it to the final! Let's win Rome, please!! You deserve it! BIG kiss!!
ghorghor
05/09/2011 | 01:01 AM
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ROGER WILL MAKE IT, I ASSURE YOU GUYS. NOW HE HAS THE WILL TO WIN. CLEARLY EVIDENT IN HIS FURIOUS PERFORMANCE LATE FIRST SET, CHANGING DEFEAT INTO VICTORY. FASCINATING WINNERS SIGNED ONLY BY RF. MADE NADAL SWEEP THE GROUND.NADAL'S WEAKNESS IS: A TOUGH OPPONENT WHO CAN GIVE AND TAKE WITH HIM eg DEL POTRO WHO MADE NADAL SUFFER THEIR ENCOUNTERS. ALLEZ ROGER.
vrs96
05/09/2011 | 12:47 AM
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roger, even though you haven't been winning titles lately it is okay...We all know that you are going to come out strong for the french and wimbledon! The best is yet to come! Keep believing roger! You can do it!
GUIMARAN
05/09/2011 | 12:26 AM
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ROGER
YOU MUST TRAINE YOUR SERVICE DEVOLUTION AND YOUR BACKHAND.
TOO MANY UNFORCE ERROS ON THIS HITS!
TRAINE SERVICE DEVOLUTION AND BACKHAND!
BY
BNAF
05/09/2011 | 12:04 AM
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Roger:
Was exciting watch you play yesterday, champ!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Only a true #1 like you deserve ovation even if he was defeated!!!!!!
Always cheer for you...
Barbara
DaleAnn
05/08/2011 | 10:32 PM
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Dear Roger,

You had beautiful shots in your match with Nadal. You are amazing! The end of the first set was magnificent! Keep it up and you will defeat Nadal and Djokovic at Rome and Roland Garros.

Dale Ann
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