Roger Federer Favorite for US Open 2009 among Betters

Wimbledon and French Open winner Roger Federer is now left to win the US Open grand slam tournament to finish another year with three grand slam titles. Federer is always favorite when it comes to US Open as he is the reigning champion of Flashing Meadows for the last five years. Well, the betters feel in the same way too as Federer appeared top most favorite among the betters for US Open 2009, starting from 30 August.

Roger Federer became the winner of record 15 grand slam singles titles by winning French Open 2009 title couple of months back. Well, it is true that Rafael Nadal was not at his top form during French Open this year, mostly because of his knee injury. However, Nadal is still the second favorite among the betters to win US Open 2009, even though the Spaniard has just returned from a 10-week rehabilitation period following a surgery on his knee.

Serbian star Novak Djokovic takes the third place in the list, followed by Juan Martin Del Porto, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Fernado Verdasco, Nikolay Davydenko, Robin Soderling and Fernando Gonzalez in the list of top ten favorites. Well, I think, Andy Roddick and Andy Murray could also be very tough to break in US Open 2009.

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Rafael Nadal is fit and ready to make his comeback

Fans are expecting to see Rafael Nadal in the tennis court. This former world No. 1 was suffering from knee injury and that is why, he had to go under surgery. Now, it is time to make his comeback and it could happen in the upcoming US Open. The good news is that he is fit to play any type of tennis game. He returns with Rogers Cup. Some say that his enter in the tennis court means an unannounced threat against all the top players. You may know that he could not play the Wimbledon due to his injury. I think that Roger Federer will become sleepless after hearing this news.

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Rafael Nadal will be recovered soon?

Former world number one tennis player Rafael Nadal is facing doubt about his presence in the ATP world tour. This veteran player is now suffering from knee injury since the French Open. Due to his injury, he could not attend in the Wimbledon 2009. However, second seeded player Roger Federer got his 15^th Grand Slam titles in this tournament. It is thought that his absence allowed Federer to get the victory and made a world record in this venue. Nadal had to go under surgery. Now, he is waiting to come back and recover as early as possible. Now, fans of this super star are expecting to see him as soon as possible. He played his last match in 31^st May against Robin Soderling of Sweden in the fourth round of f Roland Garros tournament.

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Wimbledon 2009: Juan Martín del Potro replaces Rafael Nadal at the top of the seed

Rafael Nadal, who had been seeded as No. 1 tennis player in the Wimbledon Tennis, has skipped his name from this Grand Slam tournament due to knee injury. It is very upsetting matter to the fans is that they can not see their favorite contestant to compete in the ALL England Club. This great player sustained this injury during French Open 2009. You should know that he had to receive the defeat against Robin Soderling. He also blamed continuous performance in tennis court. Nadal was supposed to be recovered from injury before the start of Wimbledon tennis. Juan Martín del Potro of Argentina has replaced Nadal’s place.

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Rafael Nadal will come back with Wimbledon

Top-seeded tennis player Rafael Nadal does not want to loss his hope to play Wimbledon. This young player is now suffering from knees injury. He will go to London for better treatment so that he can give his fans 200 percent to be ready ahead of the Wimbledon tennis. He should want to defend a title in this tournament.

Rafael Nadal failed to get his fifth consecutive trophy in French Open 2009. He had been defeated by Robin Soderling in fourth round. Before this defeat, he has got 32 victories in a tally. You may be amazed to hear that he continued his game with pain in his knees.

However, Roger Federer got his maiden French Open title and touch Pete Sampras’s 14-Grand Slam record. As a tennis fans, I expected to see a final match between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. However, it did not happen due to Robin Soderling. It is time to see how long it takes time to be cured.

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French Open 2009: Rafael Nadal will support Roger Federer

Top-seeded player Rafael Nadal has lost his hope of clinching fifth consecutive Grand Slam titles in French Open after he was being beaten by Robin Soderling in three sets. It was obviously a big upset not only for Nadal but also his fans too. Robin Soderling bet him by 6-1 6-3 6-1. This match was played in 111 minutes. This defeat ended his record of 31-match win in Roland Garros. We can see him on stadium as a viewer. Who he will support in this tournament? In one statement, he said that he will support Roger Federer as a strong contestant.

Roger Federer is one title behind than Pete Sampras. He will try to complete his career with a title and make his record equal. I hope that this player will get back his lost pride with this title.

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French Open 2009: Rafael Nadal failed to hold his fifth successive title

Fans had much expectation to Rafael Nadal. This top-seeded tennis player has accepted his defeat against Sweden’s Robin Soderling in the fourth round. He was beaten by 6-2, 6-7 (2), 6-4, 7-6 (2). Before this defeat, he had a record of unbeaten 31-match winning streak at Roland Garros. He was hopping to get his fifth successive Grand Slam to make a record in clay court. It could not be possible after he was being beaten by 23^rd seeded player in a three set.

After Novak Djokovic failed to move quarter final, we thought to see another final match between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. However, it could not happen. Rafael Nadal has accepted his fate and did not loss his tear. It is pretty sure that we can see Roger Federer in the final round and his one more Grand Slam can help him to touch Pete Sampras. Let us see if he can make new record or not. You know that Roger Federer did not win any title in French Open either. Can he make it possible?

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Brian Dabul caused upset for Rafael Nadal

Argentinean player Brian Dabul, who is currently taking 109^th position in the world ranking, caused an upsetting matter for top-seeded player Rafael Nadal in pre-French Open match. He was beaten by 7-5. However, if you are fan of Nadal then don’t be worry because it was exhibition match. I think that this performance will not affect his professional career.

The 22-year-old Spanish player Rafael Nadal is looking for his record fifth successive Roland Garros title. It is a golden opportunity to make a world record. This contestant has already got six Grand Slam singles title. One thing can delight you that he got 28 victories from 28 matches. I hope that he will get the title and make record in this ground.

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Rafael Nadal can win his fifth successive French Open title?

Madrid Open has finished where Roger Federer won the title after beating Rafael Nadal in the final match. In women’s tournament, Dinara Safina won the title and deserved No. 1 position. Tennis fans have lost its excitement about tennis game. However, French Open will start soon. Top-seeded tennis player Rafael Nadal is looking to hold his fifth successive title in French Open. If he can do it then it will obviously be a record because no one could do such kind of performance.

However, his defeat in the Madrid Open final raised a question about his probability to win French Open. You may know that this 22-year-old player got 33 consecutive win in clay court but Roger Federer stopped him and took a sweet revenge for his last three defeats against Nadal.

Both Nadal and Federer are now in good form. Anyone can hold the title. So, I do not want to predict anything. But I hope that he will work hard to make his dream true. Do you think Rafael Nadal can win French Open?

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Roger Federer Won Madrid Open final after beating Rafael Nadal

At last Swedish player who is currently ranked second spot, Roger Federer, could take a sweet revenge against top seeded player Rafael Nadal at the Madrid Open final match. This victory made an opportunity for the Federer fans to cheer. He has beaten Nadal by 6-4, 6-4. Match result is enough to prove that this was closely contest match between them. For Rafael Nadal, it was an upsetting matter because this defeat cam after 33 straight wins in clay court.

With this win, Roger Federer has got back his self confidence. It is a big slap for those who said that he has become aged and lost his ability to beat Nadal. I hope that he will regain his top spot soon. This season it was the only title for Roger Federer.

French Open will start on Sunday. Now, Rafael Nadal will seek fifth consecutive Paris title in this tournament.

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Rafael Nadal vs Roger Federer Madrid Open 2009 Final: Who will win?

Madrid Open will end with the final match between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer on Sunday. Fans around the world are passionately waiting to see another clash between these two top seeded players. Who do you is the most probable team to defend the title? It can be either Rafael Nadal or his nemesis Roger Federer. You should know that match between these two top seeded contestants is always something to the tennis fans. In this match, no one can predict that who can win. Betting odds is in favor of Rafael Nadal. These two contestants last met in 2009 in the Australian Open. Since then they have not met on a tennis court this season. I am sure that their fight will put some pressure on your nerve.

To the tennis fans, their conflict is always promised to be an entertaining and exciting one. No doubt, this match will give Roger Federer a nice opportunity to take a sweet revenge for his last two defeats that came against Rafael Nadal.

Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic in the semi-final round despite having problem in his right leg. He got a tough win. It was his 33 straight win in Clay court. On the other hand, Roger Federer defeated fifth ranked Argentine player Juan Martin del Potro by 6-3, 6-4. Knee injury can make some problems for Nadal. So, Federer can get win at that time and I guess so.

What is your prediction about this match? Whom do you support? Do you think Rafael Nadal can repeat the history once again?

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Madrid Open Tennis 2009: Another clash between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in the final round

Who do you think can defend the Madrid Open trophy? However, this question has not created any curiosity to the fans rather than they are excited to see another fight between two top seeded players Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. Rafael Nadal has already ensured his position in the final round. Now, he is waiting to see that against whom he will play to bag the title. Nadal got a tough win against Novak Djokovic 3-6, 7-6 (7-5), 7-6 (11-9. It was his 33^rd straight win and he reached seventh times in the final round in Clay court.

Now, I will give you another interesting news is that Rafael Nadal will face Roger Federer in the final round. It is a high time for Roger Federer to take a sweet revenge for his last defeat against Rafael Nadal. Second seeded player Roger Federer defeated fifth spot player Argentine Juan Martin del Potro. He beat Juan by 6-3, 6-4.

However, Rafael Nadal can repeat the history and make another upsetting matter. On the other hand, Roger Federer has vowed to make strong challenge and take a chance to defeat him. You may know that Roger Federer defeated all of the games in their last three met.

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Brief News of Madrid Open

Top ranked tennis players are fighting against each other to prove their best quality in Madrid Open. It is a prestigious tournament for each player to show their capability and class. It is called a tennis competition between top seeded players.

However, here, in this article I will give brief news about every player.

Top seeded player Rafael Nadal got a convincing win over Jurgen Melzer. He defeated Melzer by 6-3, 6-1. This victory will be memorable for him because Spain's Queen Sofia was present in this game.

Earlier of this game, Novak Djokovic got a tough win against Oscar Hernandez 6-3, 6-3. It is thought that after Roger Federer, he has capability to make strong protest against Rafael Nadal.

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Rafael Nadal to Write Book on his Career

World no. 1 Rafael Nadal is going through the best time of his career. The defending champion of Australian, Wimbledon and French Opens now wants to write a book based on the memory of his career so far. Nadal achieved the no. 1 spot of ATP ranking last year following a series of excellent performance on the court, replacing current world no. 2 Roger Federer.

The news of Nadal writing a book was reported by Crain's New York Business. It has also been reported that talks between his literary agent Larry Kirshbaum and publishers are currently going on.

Rafael Nadal is the super star of world tennis. So, I am not surprised to know that Nadal is going to write a book. Using his current starry image, he can make his book a big hit and make some quick cash in.

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Rafael Nadal Facing High Altitude Challenge in Madrid Masters

World no. 1 Rafael Nadal has been in sparkling form as the Spaniard has just won three ATP tour titles in the space of just one month recently. After winning fifth straight Monte Carlo title and Barcelona Open, Nadal retained Rome title last week, defeating Novak Djokovic in the final.

Now, Rafael Nadal is going to take part in the Madrid Masters on a 30-match unbeaten streak on clay court, ahead of French Open 2009 which kicks off later this month. The Madrid Masters is the last tournament for Nadal before he heads into the French Open 2009 where Nadal will be looking for his fifth straight title this year.

Though Rafael Nadal has clinched three clay court titles over the last one month, the Madrid Masters would be an easy stage for the Spaniard to replicate his current form because of Madrid’s high altitude (600-meter). Now, it is to see if Rafael Nadal can take up the challenge successfully and win his fourth clay court title before heading toward Roland Garros.

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French Open 2009: Perfect Stage for Roger Federer to Revive His Career?

Roger Federer is not going through good time on the court since last year. Now, ahead of French Open 2009, the Swiss legend must be looking for a strong come back in the upcoming French Open, the only grand slam tournament Federer could not yet win in his illustrious career. Current no. 1 Rafael Nadal has become the favorite for French Open over the last few years as the Spaniard has been the champion at Roland Garros for 4 years now. No doubt, Nadal has already done enough to become a clay court legend. In fact, the Spaniard has just stretched his clay court winning streak to 30 after defeating Novak Djokovic in the Rome Masters final recently. Naturally, it would be a great challenge for Federer to clinch the French Open 2009 title, outperforming his Spanish rival.

Moreover, Federer has not been in his top form now. In fact, the winner of 13 grand slam titles has not won any title so far this year, and has been knocked out by Novak Djokovic recently from the semi final of Rome Masters. However, I think, Federer could put his career back on the right track, if he can display some spirited performance and win the French Open 2009 in what would equal Pete Sampras’ record 14 grand slam titles. This is a big challenge, but Roger Federer could be inspired, knowing that a French Open title would boost up his career and help him retain what he lost over the last one year.

Rafael Nadal Clinched ATP Rome Masters 2009 Title

Spanish no. 1 Rafael Nadal has continued his excellent form on clay court as he recaptured the ATP Rome Masters title which he lost last year to Novak Djokovic. This has been the fourth Rome Masters title for Nadal in total as he won this title from 2005-2007 in three successive years. With this victory, Nadal extended his winning streak on clay court to 30. This victory would also give him some additional sweet feeling as he was crashed out of the same tournament by Juan Carlos Ferrero last year which has been his last defeat on clay court.

In the final, Rafael Nadal outperformed his Serbian Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7-2) 6-2. The Serbian clinched the Rome Masters title last year and was looking to defend his title against top favorite Nadal. However, Nadal took only two sets to win the match, even though Jokovic took a stern test of the world no. 1 in the first set which was decided in tie-breaker. However, all his resistance broke down in the second set as he took it 6-2. After the losing the match, Djokovic said that he had missed lots of chances in the match, while his Spanish opponent got over the pressure very well.

Rafael Nadal has now been in excellent form. He has recently won Barcelona Open and Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters last month. So, the world no. 1 would surely go into the French Open 2009 tournament full of confidence.

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Favorites Reached Semi Final in ATP Rome Masters Tennis 2009

All the top favorites of ATP Rome Masters tennis have progressed into the semi final. On Friday, current world no. 1 Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and defending champion Novak Djokovic won their respective quarter final matches to reach the last four of the tournament. Nadal outclassed fellow Spaniard Fernando Verdasco in straight sets 6-3, 6-3 on red clay court at Foro Italico. Rafael Nadal already has 3 titles of Rome Masters to his credit from 2005 to 2007 in three straight years. With this victory, Nadal stretched his red clay winning run to 28 matches and currently holds 145-4 record on clay court since 2005. Nadal will face 12th seed Fernando Gonzalez in the semi final on Saturday.

Roger Federer saw off his German opponent Mischa Zverev in two sets, but the Swiss former world no. 1 faced strong challenge from the German qualifier. The first set was decided in tie-breaker 7-6 (7-3). Federer has two runners up titles to his hat. Federer will take on Djokovic in the semi final. The Serbian defeated Juan Martin del Potro 6-3, 6-4 in the quarter final to clinch his semi final berth in the tournament.

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ATP Rome Tennis Masters: Nadal, Federer, Djokovic All in the Quarter Final

Top three ranked players of ATP ranking have progressed to the quarter final of ATP Rome Masters on Thursday. All of them will play their quarter final match on Friday. World no. 1 Rafael Nadal breezed past Swedish Robin Soderling 6-1, 6-0 in an one-sided match. Former world no. 1 Roger Federer could pull off his third round victory 6-4, 6-1 over Radek Stepanek from Czech Republic whom Federer was defeated by last year. Serbian star and world no. 3 Novak Djokovic defeated Tommy Robredo 6-1, 6-1 in the third round to clinch his quarter final berth in the tournament.

No doubt, all of the top favorites have had smooth progress in the third round. However, it is clearly seen that Rafael Nadal has been in excellent form and it still continues. Now, let us see if Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic can give Nadal some stiff competition in the tournament.

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Who will protest Rafael Nadal?

Top seeded player Rafael Nadal is continuously playing well. Getting victory has become a common matter for him. So, fans of him never become surprised if they see their favorite player winning the match. Recently, they have got a triumph against his countryman David Ferrer by 6-2, 7-5. It was his fifth straight Barcelona title. However, it should be tough to find someone who can stop him. There are three best options those who can play against him and make some protest. They are - Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.

Roger Federer is not in his prime form. It is said that he has lost his control over tennis court. He lost his place to Nadal. Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are young stars. So, anyone can protest Nadal between them. Who do you think will be the next top seeded player?