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Roger battles through

09.05.2012 | Tennis, Starseite 1

Roger came from a set down to beat Milos Raonic 4-6 7-5 7-6 (7-4) in the second round of the Madrid Masters today.

Roger had a rough day today, especially due to the young Canadian's serve - he fired 21 aces in a match that lasted just over two hours. Raonic reached a 100%-quote on points won upon first serve that landed in the field. Roger only saw his first break point towards the end of the second set. Fortunately, he improved on his own serve gradually throughout the match and was eventually able to wrap everything up in the tie-breaker.

Roger will now meet Richard Gasquet (ATP 18) in the third round in Spain's capital. Our champ won nine out of the eleven matches the two have played - losing 2 out of 3 on clay, though.

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Operabuff

05/10/2012 | 09:02 AM

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Well done Roger for playing what has been described by the commentators as the best match of the tournament so far. Milos is going to be a great player and you did well - very, very well - to come out on top. Good luck against Gasquet - another tricky customer on clay.

agucika

05/10/2012 | 08:58 AM

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was not easy but your're the best!!!!

cynthialo

05/10/2012 | 08:41 AM

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Close call, Roger. All the best for the next one later on today.

Mona5

05/10/2012 | 08:35 AM

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Well done Champ:) all the best in the next match

honeymoon0929

05/10/2012 | 08:34 AM

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I think Raonic is the biggest opponent on your way to final match. Pls take care and focus on your game.
The title is your.
Love,

sahar161258

05/10/2012 | 08:34 AM

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You are really and without doubt tennismaster! Wow I enjoyed every minute yesterday. You played a high class tennis vs Raonic. Dear Rog it was not unusuall for you to win, but it was unusual that you change your performance in just a fantastic way that It was unbelievable! Thanks alot Rog.I hope that you continue playing tennis for ever. Your games are not boring ( as the other players ). And I really enjoyed every minute and to be honest every second.

honeysweet

05/10/2012 | 08:31 AM

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dang Roger! What a way to jumpstart back in the game yes? You go boy! Congrats on a difficult win and may they just become more your style as ya go, HOPP!

Sophysto

05/10/2012 | 08:30 AM

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What a thriller this match was. I'm so happy you won at the end. Congratulations for winning in such a tough fight. Wishing you all the best for the next match.

pdebernard

05/10/2012 | 08:23 AM