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Semis in Madrid

15.05.2009 | Tennis

Roger advanced to the semi-finals of the Madrid Open, battling past Andy Roddick 7-5, 6-7(5), 6-1 today.

 

It was Roger's first career meeting with Andy Roddick on clay; he has now improved improved his record against the American to 18 wins and two defeats. Roddick, who received a walkover after Nikolay Davydenko had to withdraw due to a leg injury, broke in the second game to take a 2-0 lead. But that was just reason enough for Roger to break right back and hold for 2-2. He broke once more later in the 11th game and served out the set. Roger never managed to take the lead in the second set despite four break balls, eventually losing the tie-break after an initial 2-0 lead. Roger pushed to a higher gear in the last set, dominating the set entirely and showing some stunning tennis.

 

Roger will face the winner of the quarter-final between fourth seed Andy Murray and fifth seed Juan Martin Del Potro.

 

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rorog
05/16/2009 | 11:13 PM
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good job fefo man good luck when you face nadal at final we want more of final we want trophy of madrid come on man we trust of you man big big luck in final
milesa
05/16/2009 | 11:13 PM
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Dear Roger
Unbelievable! Congratulations, you were almost perfect. Maybe Del Potro was a bit more impressed, he is a good player, but he can not match you in anything! Bravo. You were brave enough, you played well, you didn't show any sign of nervousness
jaan
05/16/2009 | 11:09 PM
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Hats off to Djockovic -- I am sorry he didn't win -- just too bad. This puts pressure on Federer just like AO -- when unfortunately he didn't win -- when 'supposedly' Nadal was tired. Well -- we have a repeat scenario here -- but on clay and Nadal's best
boterito
05/16/2009 | 11:04 PM
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Roger, felicitaciones, ahora vamos por Nadal. Dios y tu juego seguro y alegre quieran que así sea.
flore
Mushtaq
05/16/2009 | 11:04 PM
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Roger expected to meet Nadal i Madrid.

I think he wants to prove himself here on clay.


Lets hope Roger will focus on his serve like he did in his previous matches.
sanya_
05/16/2009 | 11:00 PM
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Congratulations Roger!
Great match! I really enjoyed watching you!
Do it again tomorrow! Show them how you play!
We are all wth you ... Just do it! Win the final! Go Rog ...
Love you,
Sanja
lemoncandy
05/16/2009 | 10:59 PM
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Great! It came out to watch a lot of splendid technique and was the best. I felt fine.
federerworshipper
05/16/2009 | 10:58 PM
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Oh and Congrats. to all the Fans.
Horray..
Tomorrow is another day..
Hope every thing turns out O.K.
norinchi
05/16/2009 | 10:57 PM
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Hi****
I have watched the two matches of semifinals .
The War and the Peace !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I certainly preffer the peace !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good luck tomorrow Roger....
Al my love
Norinchi
federerworshipper
05/16/2009 | 10:54 PM
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SWEEEEEEEET DROP SHOTS.... Wheeeoow so many of them.. OMG what a difference between the grinding match of Nole & Rafa and this elegant show of talent, artistry, athleticism and beauty with Roger Federer on the Court..
VIVA LA DIFFERENCE .. and look at ou
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