The Swiss has travelled to the Middle East with his coaches Severin Luthi and Ivan Ljubicic, as well as his physio, Daniel Troxler. Roger Federer returns to the ATP Tour for the first time in over 12 months next week at the Qatar Open, and has learned his projected draw in Doha… This is the interview of Roger Federer before playing ATP Doha 2021. If Federer is to add to his 26-3 record at the event, he may need to overcome Murray River Open champion Evans in the second round. Watch fullscreen. I feel strong, better than in November and December when there were a lot more insecurities. Roger Federer He will return to the circuit on March 8, when the Doha tournament starts, but his surroundings are already beginning to give clues about what the physical state of the Swiss will be when he steps on a tennis court more than a year after their last meeting.It was Pierre Paganini, Federer's physio, the one who has revealed what his real state is in an interview … Some fans were desperate for a win, some just happy if he got a few games, some hoped it would at least be competitive, and others wanted Roger to be able to test his legs in a tough physical match. Or go hiking, play basketball or start ice hockey – I still have so many dreams. The Brit will face Jeremy Chardy in a first-round clash for the right to play Federer. Linh5892. Sign up. 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One of Federer's biggest fans is Rod Laver, who in a recent interview wanted to talk about him on the GOAT issue. A fter producing a 7-6(8), 3-6, 7-5 win over Dan Evans in the round of 16 of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha, Roger Federer failed to progress through to the semi-final after losing to Nikoloz Basilashvili in the quarterfinals.. The 39-year-old will first appear at the ATP 250 in Doha, followed by the ATP 500 event in nearby Dubai. Federer, the 20-time Grand Slam champion from Switzerland, defeated Britain’s Dan Evans in his first match after 405 days away from the ATP Tour but … … "Personally, I believe that Roger Federer is the iconic face of this era. It was far from easy for the former No. By Tennis.com. The World N. 42 from Georgia saved one match point at 4-5 in the decider to secure a 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 victory with cross … DOHA, Qatar — After more than a year out, Roger Federer started his 24th season on tour with a win. A fter producing a 7-6(8), 3-6, 7-5 win over Dan Evans in the round of 16 of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha, Roger Federer failed to progress through to the semi-final after losing to Nikoloz Basilashvili in the quarterfinals.. Things have been going well in practice. … The three-time Doha champion spent an hour practising on Court 1 at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex with the man he could meet in his comeback match: Daniel Evans. Federer in his on court interview Well, folks, Fed is back, and it was a typical rollercoaster ride. I am satisfied that I can say that I will try again in Doha. Countdown to French Open: Umpires in the firing line, ‘Are you human?’ Alexander Bublik asks Jannik Sinner, Australian Open: Gael Monfils breaks down after first-round exit. ... “Feels good to be back,” Federer said in an on-court interview. 1, … “I thought long and hard about when and where to come back, Australia was still a bit too early because of my knee. The Georgian played with consistent aggression from the baseline to rush Federer and earn a 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 victory. Roger Federer returned to the tournament practice courts for the first time in 13 months in Doha. ‘Roger Federer is very smart and waiting for his come back in 2021’ expert says, Roger Federer reveals How He’s still playing at a great level until 2021, Roger Federer reveals his Clay Season Plans. After more than a year out, Roger Federer started his 24th season on tour with a win. Federer will compete in Doha for the first time since 2012 next week. I had to go to the bottom in the last few months, but I always enjoyed it and had a great team around me. Only one week left." “I actually thought that I would not follow the sport very much and would be busier with my children and my rehab. Qatar Open: Roger Federer needed 2 hours and 24 minutes for his 7-6 (8), 3-6, 7-5 win over Britain's Dan Evans in their 2nd round outing at the ATP 250 tournament. The World No. The three-time Doha champion spent an hour practising on Court 1 at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex with the man he could meet in his comeback match: Daniel Evans. It was far from easy for the former No. Federer has always loved to compete in Doha, winning 26 out of 29 matches after debuting in the desert in 2002. Only one week left." It was far from easy for the former No. One of Federer's biggest fans is Rod Laver, who in a recent interview wanted to talk about him on the GOAT issue. In what has been the most anticipated comeback in tennis, Roger Federer returned to a professional tennis court on Saturday for his first practice session at the Qatar Open. Federer thanked the support in Doha and said he was incredibly happy after clinching a victory on comeback to competitive action. Log in. ... ATP 1000 Cincinnati Novak Djokovic v Roger Federer Roger Federer Post Match Interview 23.0. During an interview with Switzerland’s SRF, the world No 5 admitted that not playing at the Australia Open “hurts” as “it’s one of the places where I love to play the most”. The 39-year-old Swiss maestro defeated Dan Evans in Wednesday’s second-round match of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha 7-6(8), 3-6, 7-5.. Federer was solid on his serve, fired 13 aces and won four points more than his opponent to finish the … … February 2, 2021 09:57 ... a three-time champion at the tournament, said in an interview with SRF. Basilashvili saved seven of 10 break points, including a match point at 4-5 in the decider, to … DOHA/STARNBERG, March 11, 2021. Despite the cold and windy conditions, the pair were in good spirits ahead of the tournament, which will take place from 8-13 March. 1, … With rumours circulating since the Swiss withdrew from the Australian Open, Roger Federer has finally confirmed that he will return to the courts in Doha in March. Interestingly, Federer's knee woes were not something out of the blue, and Paganini revealed it was a persistent but manageable problem over the years until it finally required surgery. Federer will compete in Doha for the first time since 2012 next week. Novak Djokovic’s father criticizes Roger Federer... Roger Federer reminds a fan to take the social... Roger Federer shares his goals for the 2021 season. Federer last played at the 2020 Australian Open. This was just Federer’s second tournament since the 2020 Australian Open after undergoing two arthroscopic right knee surgeries. 3:40. Are one handed or two handed backhands better? In the last few months, I have given a lot in rehab, in the conditioning area. Nikoloz Basilashvil halted Roger Federer’s comeback by defeating the 20-time grand slam champion 3-6 6-1 7-5 and reach the Doha semi-finals. It was far from easy for the former No. Roger Federer decided to make his return to Tennis after 13 Months of not playing in Doha 2021. Roger Federer's comeback came to an abrupt pause on Thursday, as he lost to Nikoloz Basilashvili in his quarterfinal match at Doha. Roger Federer returned to the tournament practice courts for the first time in 13 months in Doha. And for that, I am ready to go the long, hard road.”. It was far from easy for the former No. … Roger Federer's comeback came to an unexpected halt on Thursday, as he lost to Nikoloz Basilashvili in the Doha quarterfinals. If Federer is to add to his 26-3 record at the event, he may need to overcome Murray River Open champion Evans in the second round. Roger Federer returns to the court for the first time in 14 months at the Qatar Open this month after the 39-year-old's long battle with injury. What is the tournament Roger Federer will play after Doha 2021? “I’m happy to … “Roland Garros is not the goal. If the body doesn’t work, I’ll stop,”, “I want to be able to go skiing with the children and with Mirka. The interview was extremely considered as you'd expect, but Paganini did reveal plenty of tidbits about the injury and Federer's road to recovery. Library. Federer has in fact posted an image of him smiling on a tennis court and it is written: "The countdown to Doha begins. This was the second straight three-set match Federer had faced in a week, after his nearly two-and-a-half-hour match against Evans. It was far from easy for the former No. He has missed more than 13 months on the tour due to two knee surgeries and could not recover in time for the Melbourne major this year. Before Doha, Federer last played in the 2020 Australian Open semifinals, losing to Novak Djokovic, and then took the remainder of the year off … In what has been the most anticipated comeback in tennis, Roger Federer returned to a professional tennis court on Saturday for his first practice session at the Qatar Open. The Brit will face Jeremy Chardy in a first-round clash for the right to play Federer. Copyright © 2021. Created by Tennis Shot. This was the second straight three-set match Federer had faced in a week, after his nearly two-and-a-half-hour match against Evans. DOHA/STARNBERG, March 10, 2021. 8 admitted that he did not expect to be in top form this clay season. Speaking in an exclusive interview to Switzerland's' SRF Sport, Federer revealed that while he was not quite 100%, he is ready to get back on tour and start his 2021 season at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, a tournament he last played in 2011. The champion's come back will take place in a few weeks at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha, scheduled for March 8-13. DOHA, Qatar (AP) — After more than a year out, Roger Federer started his 24th season on tour with a win. Nikoloz Basilashvili recovered from a set down on Thursday to end Roger Federer’s comeback appearance at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha.. Returning to the game after more than a year-long injury layoff, Federer made his first appearance at the Qatar Open, where he was defeated by Georgian tennis player Nikoloz Basilashvili in the quarter-finals.