Federer Played Well, But Nadal Was Simply Better
Federer was teary-eyed, obviously emotional after playing well and coming so close. He did play a better game against Nadal this time compared to their previous match-ups, keeping close to the baseline and avoiding being thrown off-court by Nadal's angles. He also picked up the ball earlier. He clearly prepared for this match.
But Nadal's athleticism just was too much. It is true what they said, that you have to win a point three times against him. Federer was clearly good enough to do it, but he had a couple unforced errors too many in the final set.
I can still see Federer able to beat Nadal in another grand slam, maybe Wimbledon or the US Open, but he would have to play extraordinarily well and Nadal would have to be caught in one of those rare times when he is not at his best.
Federer made a rare display of emotion. It means he still has the drive to prove himself the better man. He did promise the Rod Laver arena that we will see him next year. I hope so.
But Nadal's athleticism just was too much. It is true what they said, that you have to win a point three times against him. Federer was clearly good enough to do it, but he had a couple unforced errors too many in the final set.
I can still see Federer able to beat Nadal in another grand slam, maybe Wimbledon or the US Open, but he would have to play extraordinarily well and Nadal would have to be caught in one of those rare times when he is not at his best.
Federer made a rare display of emotion. It means he still has the drive to prove himself the better man. He did promise the Rod Laver arena that we will see him next year. I hope so.
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