CuChulainn
09-01-2008, 08:01 PM
Federer looks forward to new surface
World number one Roger Federer has given the first public indication of his keenness to get a look at the new courts at Australian Open 2008.
“Once again, I am very excited to start the new year’s Grand Slam season in Australia and to try and defend my title once again,’’ Federer said.
“I am looking forward to the new surface and especially playing in front of the Australian fans … they are some of the best fans in the world!â€Â
The world number one has just completed a series of exhibition matches in Asia against the greatest Grand Slam title winner in history Pete Sampras, who has won 14.
After winning the US Open, Federer sits tied for second on 12 alongside Australian legend Roy Emerson. Australian Open 2008 is the perfect opportunity to scale another rung on the all time list.
Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said it was appropriate that Federer’s next tilt at greatness was here at Melbourne Park.
“He is forever part of tennis folklore here. Who will ever forget Roger and Rod Laver in 2006, or his elation at winning our event last year,†Tiley said.
“Roger is a class act and I think tennis fans throughout the world are very grateful to be witnessing one of the greatest careers in the history of our game.â€Â
Tiley is not surprised to hear that Federer’s focus has already turned to Australian Open 2008.
“His preparation is so meticulous, his intent is unwavering. These are just some of the characteristics that make Roger Federer so good.â€Â
http://www.australianopen.com/en_AU/news/articles/2007-12-07/200712071196995935845.html?promo=hp_toparticles
Can he win it again ? He is definitely the one to beat
World number one Roger Federer has given the first public indication of his keenness to get a look at the new courts at Australian Open 2008.
“Once again, I am very excited to start the new year’s Grand Slam season in Australia and to try and defend my title once again,’’ Federer said.
“I am looking forward to the new surface and especially playing in front of the Australian fans … they are some of the best fans in the world!â€Â
The world number one has just completed a series of exhibition matches in Asia against the greatest Grand Slam title winner in history Pete Sampras, who has won 14.
After winning the US Open, Federer sits tied for second on 12 alongside Australian legend Roy Emerson. Australian Open 2008 is the perfect opportunity to scale another rung on the all time list.
Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said it was appropriate that Federer’s next tilt at greatness was here at Melbourne Park.
“He is forever part of tennis folklore here. Who will ever forget Roger and Rod Laver in 2006, or his elation at winning our event last year,†Tiley said.
“Roger is a class act and I think tennis fans throughout the world are very grateful to be witnessing one of the greatest careers in the history of our game.â€Â
Tiley is not surprised to hear that Federer’s focus has already turned to Australian Open 2008.
“His preparation is so meticulous, his intent is unwavering. These are just some of the characteristics that make Roger Federer so good.â€Â
http://www.australianopen.com/en_AU/news/articles/2007-12-07/200712071196995935845.html?promo=hp_toparticles
Can he win it again ? He is definitely the one to beat