Roger Federer defends Australian Open title

in sports •  7 years ago 

Roger Federer makes history by winning 20 Grand Slam crowns. He beats Marin Cilic in the final of Australian Open to successfully defend his crown. This is also his sixth title in Melbourne.

Federer, playing in his 30th Slam final, was pushed all the way by Cilic but came through a riveting contest 6-2 6-7 (5-7) 6-3 3-6 6-1 in three hours and three minutes. A determined Federer fought off a break point in the first game before he re-established control to stop Cilic in his tracks and race to a 5-1 lead left him serving for the title.

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In the history of tennis, Federer is the second oldest man to win a slam title behind Ken Rosewall. After winning this title, Roger Federe is only three behind Serena Williams and four adrift of all-time record holder Margaret Court.

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He is legend

yes he is

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