Roger Federer is more and more the King of Grass. The Swiss legend wins his 7th title in Halle (in 9 finals) after defeating a very good Falla.
In the final Roger hasn’t been as sharp as he was in the semi against Nishikori, but that was good enough. Roger was 1 break up and he was immediately broken back in both sets to have to play 2 tiebreaks. The Maestro was in full control in both breakers to win 7-6 (2) 7-6 (3).
Roger wasn’t very aggressive this time. The Swiss didn’t go to the much as much as the previous games, but his baseline tennis was rock solid.
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The match lasted 1 hour and 28 minutes with Roger firing “only” 5 aces, but winning 82% of the points on his first serve. Federer won 82 points vs. Falla’s 69.
This is Roger’s 79 career title, the second of the year. More to come?
Roger: I really enjoy winning titles
Federer commented “It is great to have won seven times here. It is very special and I hope to come back here next year, where it is a 500-series event.
I really enjoy winning titles. It is what I play for, to play and receive a standing ovation at the end. I am very pleased with my performance. I work hard and travel the tour to win these titles and not lose in the quarters or semi-finals. With all the success I have had in the past, I need to aim for titles. I think I deserved the title this week.”
The good point is that when Roger pays well in Halle he usually has a good Wimbledon. Can the history repeat itself?
