Roger Federer vs Andy Roddick 2009 Wimbledon men’s singles final. Who would have thought this would be the match up for Wimbledon 2009. A month ago, everyone would have said a Nadal vs Federer match would be likely. Two weeks ago, Murray replaced Nadal on the predictions when the latter pulled out due to injury. But Roddick? Wasn’t he written off as early as last year in any Grand Slam final?

Roger Federer again demonstrated his mastery of the game against Tommy Haas in the semis. The fluidity of movement was back, and so was
the magic touch. The win at Roland Garros must have given him the confidence to play like this again, like the old master that he was before he started losing to Rafael Nadal last year. After the first set with Haas, where Roger won in a tie break, everybody knew it was only a matter of time before the Swiss tennis ace would formally reserve his place on Sunday’s Center Court match up.

In contrast, many weren’t sure about Andy Roddick. Not even after he beat come-backing former champion Leyton Hewitt in the quarters. Everybody was expecting a Murray win. However, with his new coach, improved ground strokes and volleys, new-found determination and stamina, Andy Roddick showed everyone that he should not be written in Grand Slams yet. He was 2-6 against the Briton in their match ups so far but he match Murray’s every point, every rally, every winner. He won the big points, and held his ground in the tie breaks. The British crowd was stunned as he beat their hope of a men’s singles crown last won by a Briton in 1936. Roddick was stunned as well, and as he took his bow he even seemed apologetic. But deep inside he knew his hard work has paid off.


I have always been a Roger Federer. I cried when he cried and jumped for joy in his many triumphs. But if he loses on Sunday in the 2009 Wimbledon final I won’t feel bad. I may even cheer for Roddick during the game, for I know that he deserves to win another Grand Slam. And a Wimbledon title will more than make up for his disappointments in the past.


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