Federer Impressive So Far

 

Before the tournament started Bleacher Report made the mistake of criminally underestimating Roger Federer.  Their analysis of the draw was that Federer would have too much trouble dealing with the likes of nikolay Davydenko, Bernard Tomic and Milos Raonic early in the draw.  And that would leave him vulberable against Andy Murray in the semifinals, if he even got that far.  They were badly wrong. 

Federer is through to the quarterfinals without dropping a set to any of his first four opponents while also looking incredibly fit.  Tsonga next.  Bleacher Report should be more careful next time. 

Andy Murray def. Gilles Simon

Andy Murray did not play his best tennis against Gilles Simon.  But it was still enough for the number three seed to easily advance 6-3, 6-1, 6-3.  

Federer def. Milos Raonic

Roger Federer has yet to lose a set at the Australian Open heading into his quarterfinal match against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

What initially looked like a tricky draw for Federer has turned out to be not more than a series of practice sessions for the tennis king.  Raonic, like Davydenko and Tomic, was no threat whatsoever. 

Federer def. Tomic

Roger Federer advanced in straight sets over Australian Bernard Tomic.  Before the tournament when he was asked about the prospect of the match-up with Federer, Tomic hinted that the match might not happen because Federer might not get that far.  Unfortunately for young Tomic, Federer did get that far.  And once the match was on the Swiss legend administered a swift lesson in tennis brilliance, as well as respect to the brash Australian.  After losing a competitive second set, Tomic rolled over and submitted the third. 

Djokovic v. Wawrinka: A Classic

Stan Wawrinka said it was the best he's ever played.  Over five hours and five sets he pushed the worlds number one-ranked player, Novak Djokovic, to the brink of defeat in Melbourne. 

Roger Federer Cruises

(2) Roger Federer (SUI) advanced easily over Benoit Paire (FRA) 6-2, 6-4, 6-1.  Federer wasn't at full stretch but remained dominant in his opening match at the Australian Open against the 47th-ranked Frenchman.

Paire was moody and undisciplined in the third set.

"I'm happy.  Great day to play tennis." Federer Said

NO WARM-UP Tournment:  "Few busy years.  Wanted to cool down a bit.  I hope it's the right decision."  Federer had his health in mind when he planned his off season before the Australian Open. 

Federer found his hitting zone and got through easily which is the most important thing for him in his attempt at a fifth title. 

Spainards Verdasco, Almagro Win Five Setters

Nico Almagro needed five sets.  Verdasco beat David Goffin in 5 big-hitting sets.  He'll play Xavier Malisse in the second round.