want to congratulate Roger Federer, though knowing that he is not going to read this. He has just been crowned the new French Open champion. Ya, after 4 years of domination by Rafa, Federer finally ended the jinx. A very humble man, down-to-earth, full of sportsmanship and everything you can think of, he is Federer. This is the 2nd Grand Slam I watched Roger shedding tears. Just imagine a man crying, what more on international television. But I salute him for not hiding his emotions. Thats a true man. He teared when the Switzerland anthem was played. And during the match, a fan, a mad one I would say, ran into the court while Soderling was preparing to serve. He was running towards the direction of Roger. Roger just stood there, even after the guy came near him and covered his head with a red cloth. Being a role model, he didn't just pushed the guy away or being aggresive. He waited for the security to take actions. So sweet, right?
shedding tears after losing to Rafa at Aussie Open '09, a tournament he had conquered for quite sometime.
celebrating the final point, where Soderling hit the ball into the net. Roger fell on his knees, covered his face and got up with a teary face. One who have waited so long for something would understand his feelings.
landing a kiss on the trophy. Oh boy, I'm sure all of us know how long and how badly he had always wanted to do this. Finally he did it today.
ya, i know, i know. Most of you must be thinking this - "Weh, you're a Rafa fan or Roger ha? For awhile Rafa, now Roger?!?!"- Well, I felt this tribute is the least I could offer to Roger after all he has gone through. I respect him alot as a sports ambassador.
MY HATS OFF TO THE NEW FRENCH OPEN CHAMPION,
~ROGER FEDERER~
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