Hot Shot: Nishikori Neutralises Federer Return With Stunning Half-Volley In London 2018

Kei Nishikori responds well to a drilled forehand return from Roger Federer, hitting a half-volley backhand up the line for a winner at the Nitto ATP Finals

Nishikori was 5-6 15-30 when Federer did strike a forehand that seemed to be a clear winner. Instead, Kei won the point from the baseline in this way.

This rally could ahve give 2 consecutive set points to Fedeer. Instead, Nishikori won 9 of the 10 following points.