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Andy Roddick finally beats Roger Federer again
On paper, it looked like a mismatch between former No. 1s, each a two-time champion in the event.
The third-ranked Roger Federer began the night 40-2 since the U.S. Open, while Andy Roddick’s ranking had slipped to 34th, his lowest point since 2001.
But on Monday, Roddick was able to serve out their third round match at the Sony Ericsson Open to win 7-6 (4), 1-6, 6-4.
It was only the third victory for Roddick in 24 meetings with Federer.
“There is no script in sports, you know. I think that’s what makes it the best entertainment in the world,” Roddick said after the match. “Nights like tonight are why you play the matches. You don’t know what’s going to happen.”
Federer, who has beaten Roddick in three Wimbledon finals and a US Open final, was gracious in defeat: “I feel like I lost against a former No. 1, not that I lost against a guy ranked 30 in the world. I’m happy to see Andy play really well. He’s a great champion, and enjoy him while you have him. It was a great night for him and America’s tennis.”
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RichB in PS says:
Something well said, “There is no script in sports, you know. I think that’s what makes it the best entertainment in the world,”
Joe says:
Thrilled that Andy won! He’s my favorite tennis player.
Mike says:
This was just what Andy needed mentally more than anything else, the past few months have been a nightmare for him, and then that Roger curse, that this was a sweet win for this fan of both, onward and upward Andy!!
johann kerr says:
I’m a HUGE RF fan, but very glad for Andy’s victory. Maybe this will help him escape his Grand Funk.