Tennis World No.2 Roger Federer is gearing up to face the challenges ahead of him in 2009. In his quest to regain the top spot which he lost to Rafael Nadal in a very thrilling fashion, this is what he has to say to his eager fans as posted in his official website:
“After a wonderful and very relaxing seaside holiday I am now in the final stage of preparation for the new season which, as you know, will be beginning very soon. Never before have I started a tennis-year as early as the one ahead: I will be back in action on January 1st. I am very much looking forward to the tournament in Abu Dhabi, which is taking place for the first time, as well as the entire season of 2009! There is such a large number of challenges lying ahead – facing them, working hard and giving my best to succeed is precisely why I love my job so much.”
No injuries, no fear and no reason to fail this 2009. 2008 may be a disappointing year for him, having held the top spot till Rafael Nadal snatched the glory from him in August. The five-time US Open and Wimbledon Champion has a record to beat. At 27, he is at his peak but he has two people (Nadal 1st, and Murray 4th) in which he has a losing record. These two are also at the height of their careers.
Australia Open 2009
Having lost to Djokovic in the semis last year despite being the 3-time and defending Champion, it is no doubt that he is out to regain the trophy. Anyone in the top four could beat him. But Roger is the god of tennis.
French Open 2009
Three-time runner up to Rafael Nadal, the clay court is definitely not Roger Federer’s Achilles’ heel. It is just that Rafa is the king of the clay court. Barring any illness or injury to Nadal, Roland Garros may still be a dream for Roger.
Wimbledon 2009
A sixth straight victory at Wimbledon was spoiled by a resurging Rafa. It was the turning point of 2008 when I, watching live at the cable TV, almost fell at my chair. It was a battle of nerves and I could not believe my eyes seeing Federer making errors one after another. He was mortal after all. 2009 will be different. Without any pressures of some records, he could regain the title easily this time around.
US Open 2009
Roger Federer held on for the fifth straight title. He could still own this one in 2009. Andy Murray, the one who could have taken this away in 2008, is also rising fast. And I think that guy has what it takes to become no.1 in 2011. Sorry, Andy!
Grand Slam Records
The 14 grand slam titles of my other tennis idol, Pete Sampras is within reach this 2009. With 13 in his record, Roger Federer is definitely going to take it away this year. My prediction: 3 out of 4 in 2009. Go, Roger!
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