Roger Federer got off to a perfect start in 2003 before turning into a memorable season, winning almost 80 games and winning seven trophies, including Wimbledon and the Masters Cup. The Swiss lost a lot of energy in the closing stages of 2002 and started the following season slowly, battling a leg injury in Doha and Sydney and heading to the Australian Open with just a few matches left. asset.
Roger was among the title favorites in Melbourne, kicking off the action with a hard-fought 7-6, 7-5, 6-3 win over Brazilian Flavio Saretta in two hours and 48 minutes.
Federer converted six of 17 break chances and broke three times to find himself on top without spending any more time on the pitch. Saretta stayed in touch with the Swiss in the first two sets before Roger escaped in the third, feeling better on the court but still feeling there was room for improvement if he was to fight for the trophy.
Moreover, reporters asked Federer to share his thoughts on the blood tests, and he said there was nothing wrong with them as he had nothing to hide or worry about.
“The leg was good today, I’m happy with that. I had to run a lot, and it was a tough game. I’m glad it went well, I like the way I played .
The last time I played on center court was against Tommy Haas in 2002. It’s a good atmosphere and the Aussies are friendly. It’s important to find the right form in the first matches and I think I can play better in the next ones.”
King Roger Federer is loved by fans
Roger Federer is fast approaching his return, a priori scheduled for the fifth edition of his Laver Cup, which will take place from September 23 to 25 at the O2 Arena in London.
In the meantime, the Swiss has plenty of time to honor contracts and give a few interviews, even if speaking remains quite rare. Interviewed by the Dutch media Het Parool, the Maestro explained how he reconciles his professional life and his personal life.
The key to happiness according to him. “I can put my cape on and be a superhero when I walk on the court, but when I’m done I like to take it off and be a normal man. I think I’m good at marking that difference and maintaining this balance.
That’s what makes me happy on the circuit. I like the intensity, living that feeling and being completely focused. But when it’s over, I wonder, “What’s for dinner tonight? What do the kids want to do? I can separate these two worlds.”
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