Sports

The Swiss Serves Up Another Masterpiece

Got up first thing this morning and turned on the DVR to watch the Australian Open final match between Roger Federer and Fernando Gonzales. The match did not disappoint. Gonzales hung tough in the first set all the way until he lost the tie breaker (7 points to 2 points). The remainder of the match belonged to Roger, and it was one of the most masterful performances that I have ever seen (I will definitely NOT be erasing this match from my DVR - it is a long way until the French Open - I may need a ‘Federer Fix’ before then.).

Roger reminds me of a boxer, specifically Ali in his young years, the way he moves his feet on the court, lining up his body to the ball in order to ‘throw the perfect punch’. And what a punch he can throw! He executed his game plan completely and convincingly in the second two sets. Always winning the crucial points, nailing the second set win with a clean ace, even though his serve was one of his weakest weapons during the first set.

The third set was a veritable showcase of all of the talents that Federer brings to the game. I don’t have words for how special it is to watch this guy play. Add to this how special a human being he is, gracious, thoughtful, intelligent, honest, open, simply beautiful.

Thanks for another great tournament Roger!

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