Roger Federer All Emotional After Winning in Basel
Roger Federer shows what it means to win his home tournament in Basel.
If you watch past the 4:00 min mark you can see Roger get a little bit emotional.
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Roger Federer Wins the Basel Title Over Kei Nishikori
Roger Federer has won his home tournament yet again in Basel. Federer had a pretty easy run to the title defeating Kei Nishikori 6-1 6-3 in the final.
“It was a perfect match for me. Now I have big hopes for Paris and London. I’m very happy, as I got better as the week went on. I definitely saved the best for last at the tournament. I played really well today in the final
I’m feeling really fit and I’m ready for more. I’m very hungry and fired up.”
p.s. Kei Nishikori played an amazing match in the semifinals in which he defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6 7-6 6-0.
Roger Federer Has Arena Named After Him in Basel
It has been announced by Basel sports director Peter Horwald on Monday that the St. Jakobshalle venue will be undergoing renovations and will also have its name changed to Roger Federer Arena.
This is great news for Federer who im sure is still in shock about winning his 14th Grand Slam title and equaling Pete Sampras’ record.
The tennis venue hosts the Swiss Indoors tournament where Federer is a three-time defending champion. He’s expected to participate this November to defend the title.
