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Roger Federer (pronounced /ˈrɒdʒə ˈfɛdərər/; born on August 8, 1981) is a Swiss professional tennis player. He is a former World No. 1 ranked player, a position he held for a record 237 consecutive weeks. He is currently ranked World No. 2. A number of sports analysts, tennis critics and former players consider Federer to be the greatest tennis player of all time.

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Switzerland's Roger Federer, the Australian Open men's singles champion poses with the trophy in Melbourne, Australia, Monday Feb. 1, 2010. Federer won his 16th Grand Slam tennis title on Sunday night, when he beat Britain's Andy Murray in the final of the Australian Open. Australian Open Tennis Championships
LAS VEGAS - FEBRUARY 04: Musician Carlos Santana speaks as former tennis player Andre Agassi listens after touring the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy on February 4, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Santana announced he will be encouraging donations via texting during his Las Vegas shows in support of Agassi's school, which provides disadvantaged children in Las Vegas with a K-12 education. Andre Agassi
INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 20: (L-R) Francisco Roig, Fred Couples and guest watch Rafael Nadal and Marc Lopez of Spain play Daniel Nestor of Canada and Nenad Zimonjic of Serbia during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 20, 2010 in Indian Wells, California. Rafael Nadal
Celtic legends pose for a picture after winning the Dubai Football 7'S 2010 in the Gulf emirate on March 13, 2010. The green and white hoops of Celtic Legends triumphed at the inaugural Emirates Airline Dubai Football 7s, with an emphatic 3-2 Golden Goal victory against favourites AC Milan, while in the professionals final, Greek side Olympiacos defeated Leeds United by 2-0. Dubai
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 03: Wimbledon tennis polo-shirts go on display in the warehouse of Angels Costumiers ahead of Saturday's Retro Sale on February 3, 2010 in London, England. Angels Costumiers are selling over 25,000 items of clothing and accessories from their warehouse in Wembley on February 6, 2010. The Retro Sale features fashion items from the 1950s to the 1990s as well as period military uniforms. Angels is the world's longest-established supplier of costumes to film and theatre, founded in 1840 the company supplies costumes to over 1000 productions per year. Wimbledon Tennis Championships
INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 13: Ernests Gulbis of Latvia returns a shot to Nikolay Davydenko of Russia during the BNP Paribas Open on March 13, 2010 in Indian Wells, California. Nikolay Davydenko
Andy Murray, left, of Great Britain shakes hands with Nicolas Almagro of Spain after their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament, Wednesday, March 17, 2010, in Indian Wells, Calif. Almagro retired due to injury. Andy Murray
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17: Justin O'Neill passes the ball during a Melbourne Storm NRL training session at Princes Park on March 17, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne
INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 17: Tommy Robredo of Spain plays Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus during the BNP Paribas Open on March 17, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. Marcos Baghdatis
The official Roland Garros tennis opne flags flutters in the breeze during play between Czech player Radek Stepanek and Croatian player Marin Cilic during their French Open tennis third round match on May 29, 2009 at Roland Garros stadium in Paris. The event, the second Grand Slam tournament of 2009, runs from May 24 to June 7, 2009. Roland Garros
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 21: Roger Federer of Switzerland serves in his second round match against Victor Hanescu of Romania during day four of the 2010 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 21, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Victor Hanescu
Croatia's Marin Cilic, right, and Ivo Karlovic react while playing against Ecuador's Nicolas and Giovanni Lapentti in their Davis Cup doubles tennis match in Varazdin, Croatia, Saturday, March 6, 2010. Marin Cilic
INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 17: Novak Djokovic of Serbia wipes his face between points against Ivan Ljubicic of Croatia during the BNP Paribas Open on March 17, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. Novak Djokovic
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 30: Lleyton Hewitt of Australia talks to the media at a press conference during day thirteen of the 2010 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 30, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. Hewitt was forced to undergo hip surgery for the second time after injuring his right hip while playing in the recent Hopman Cup. Lleyton Hewitt
Andy Roddick of the US returns a shot to Ivan Ljubicic of Croatia in the final of the BNP Paribas Open on March 21, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. Ljubicic won 7-6, 7-6. Andy Roddick
France's singer and 1983 French Open tennis champion Yannick Noah performs during the "Schools Against Hurricanes II" concert at the Karl Marx theater in Havana, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. International and Cuban singers performed as part of the UNICEF fund raising program aimed at rebuilding schools in western Cuban that were devastated by hurricanes in 2008. French Open Tennis Tournament
Miami, Ohio's Reilly Smith, left, Jarod Palmer, and Steven Spinell, celebrate Palmer's game-winning goal against Ferris State during the third period of their Central Collegiate Hockey Association third place game on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Detroit. Miami won 2-1. Miami

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, wipes his face as he leaves the court after being defeated by Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, wipes his face as he leaves the court after being defeated by Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Marco Chiudinelli (L) of Switzerland is presented the Comeback Player of the Year award by Roger Federer of Switzerland during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Marco Chiudinelli (L) of Switzerland is presented the Comeback Player of the Year award by Roger Federer of Switzerland during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, celebrates a point against Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, celebrates a point against Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Singer, Gwen Stefani, right, with her husband English rocker Gavin Rossdale watch Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, and Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their tennis match at the BNP Paribas Open tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Singer, Gwen Stefani, right, with her husband English rocker Gavin Rossdale watch Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, and Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their tennis match at the BNP Paribas Open tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, serves to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, serves to Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, reacts after losing a point to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, reacts after losing a point to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Victor Hanescu, of Romania, reaches for a return to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Victor Hanescu, of Romania, reaches for a return to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot by Victor Hanescu, of Romania, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot by Victor Hanescu, of Romania, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Victor Hanescu, of Romania, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Victor Hanescu, of Romania, returns a shot to Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot by Victor Hanescu, of Romania, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, returns a shot by Victor Hanescu, of Romania, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, poses with the 2009 ATP World Tour Player of the Year, Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship and ATPWorldTour.com Fan Favorite trophies after his win against Victor Hanescu, of Romania, at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, poses with the 2009 ATP World Tour Player of the Year, Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship and ATPWorldTour.com Fan Favorite trophies after his win against Victor Hanescu, of Romania, at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Sunday, March 14, 2010.

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Ozzie Guillen Mar 21 2010 7:55 AM from San Diego Union-Tribune

"That came from me. From his father"


Ozzie Guillen Mar 21 2010 7:55 AM from San Diego Union-Tribune

"I was feeling more nervous than passive because I never had to arrive in this tie-break. That’s my feeling."


Rafael Nadal Mar 21 2010 5:46 AM from Times Online

"Boy, does he not like to lose"


Fred Couples Mar 21 2010 5:46 AM from Times Online

"Obviously the finesse game has been the last thing to come through in my career ... I've returned well this week. I've only been in one tiebreaker, which is rare for me. That could be a good thing or a very bad thing."


Andy Roddick Mar 21 2010 2:22 AM from The Orange County Register

"I think I should get a rematch at pingpong if he beats me at tennis ... I think I have a pretty good chance against him at pingpong."


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"It'll be awesome. He's been my favorite athlete"


Stephane Veilleux Mar 21 2010 2:22 AM from TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times

"It's a little unusual, but I do think that with his overall growth and leadership, he deserves it ... He's done the right things, especially the last two months, to earn it —playing hurt; doing all the right things that leaders do."


Rick Tocchet Mar 21 2010 2:22 AM from TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times

"It's a pretty big honor ... Obviously it's because Ohlund's hurt, but even in that case, to be wearing the letter is pretty special."


Steven Stamkos Mar 21 2010 2:22 AM from TampaBay.com | St. Petersburg Times

"I'm glad for this win as I've not played well in my last few events ... Sam was serving bombs and I had to really concentrate on return. It was very tough. I'm so glad to the in the semis, this was a good win for me."


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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, wipes his face as he leaves the court after being defeated by Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Roger Federer, of Switzerland, wipes his face as he leaves the court after being defeated by Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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Marcos Baghdatis, of Cyprus, celebrates his win against Roger Federer, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament in Indian Wells, Calif., Tuesday, March 16, 2010.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot to Marcos Baghdatis of Cyprus during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Marco Chiudinelli (L) of Switzerland is presented the Comeback Player of the Year award by Roger Federer of Switzerland during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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INDIAN WELLS, CA - MARCH 16: Marco Chiudinelli (L) of Switzerland is presented the Comeback Player of the Year award by Roger Federer of Switzerland during the BNP Paribas Open on March 16, 2010 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California.

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