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Stopped by Djokovic

19.05.2012 | Tennis, Starseite 2

Roger's quest for back-to-back claycourt titles was ended by a 2-6, 6-7(4) defeat in the semi-final in Rome against Novak Djokovic.

Roger was broken twice in the opening set in their first encounter since the US Open last year. Roger was constantly under pressure and could not keep up with Djokovic's pace in the rallies. After falling a break back in the second set as well, Roger started to play more aggressively, varying his game and broke back after saving a match point. But in the following tie-break, Djokovic made the crucial points to win the match and book a spot in the final against Rafael Nadal.

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leighdee
05/22/2012 | 12:13 AM
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It is laughable that anyone has the audacity..(.or is the correct word stupidity)....to give Roger Federer, the best ever to play the sport, advice on what he should do about his game... what shots to play..... when to retire....SERIOUSLY ? None of us are worthy of even licking the bottom of his shoes ! Enjoy his glory and be thankful for what he gives to the game and his fans....or, by all means, go get on the "whoever is #1 train" if it helps your ego. True fans are there till the end.
vibhuism
05/22/2012 | 12:03 AM
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also, just now saw on the site that Roger will be seeded 3rd for French Open, 2012.. So, Roger all the best and pleaseeeee do well............ Allez RF :)))))

http://www.rogerfedererfans.com/forum/topic/290-french-open-2012-seedings-draw-of-roland-garros-paris/
vibhuism
05/21/2012 | 11:56 PM
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Even, I felt very sad on seeing that roger will be seeded third at French Open...

But, after seeing the latest pics of Roger federer new racket Star campaign made by mood peRFect :)).... Allez Roger !!!!!! here are the link of those pics for u ----

www.rogerfedererfans.com/forum/topic/292-exclusive-photos-and-videos-of-roger-federer-is-a-racket-star-on-tour-credit-suisses-new-ad-campaign/
POLLERER
05/21/2012 | 10:48 PM
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Hello every one!

I think Roger had a good result, winning Madrid and arriving to Semifinals (Madrid was tough and no rest at all)

I think you have a very good opportunity in the following months to reclaim Number 1 again. (it does not matter Roger is back to # 3) He is techically tied with Nadal at # 2)

Keep same way and be strong for the 2nd week of RG.

Best For All


Pollerer
JungleCat
05/21/2012 | 10:42 PM
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Dear Roger: I don't care, you're #1 to me today, tomorrow and always. Beat both of them in Paris and London and win an Olympic Gold for yourself. Good Luck, Roger my good wishes go with you for Sumner 2012 Tennis success. Love always.
fjord30
05/21/2012 | 10:27 PM
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Come on,Roger!few months ago No1 was about 5000 points far,and now is just 2000...with good result on RG,and win on Wimbledon you are again No1
chieko89
05/21/2012 | 10:19 PM
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Best of luck in France !!
Love to watch U play again !! \o/
dpet8898
05/21/2012 | 09:39 PM
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Awesome play as always Roger. RG is going to be tough but I know you're well conditioned and up for the challenge. Let's have a repeat of your semi with ND last year. To those questioning the ranking points let me explain. ATP deducted last season's points for the tournament BEFORE the tournament. ND had 12,200. They took away 1000 for his win last year and then added 600 for the final this year. Similarly, RF lost his 90 from last year BEFORE the tournament then added 360 for his SF.
alisonRF
05/21/2012 | 09:22 PM
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Rogerpete25, Roger beat all who stood in his way in Madrid, Nadal & Djokovic didn't, and the surface was the same for all players end of story !!!!!
lux_lady
05/21/2012 | 08:45 PM
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You seemed very tired at this match - definitely missing your spark and fire that is necessary to beat Djokovic. At times it came back but not consistently. It's too bad but I still enjoyed watching you play - as always you are my favorite player to watch. Wishing you a short but good rest and all the best for RG. Go Roger!
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