Saturday, March 25, 2017

Roger defeated American teenager Frances Tiafoe to get in 3rd round.


Roger Federer beats the 19-year-old qualifier - Frances Tiafoe on return to Miami Open 7-6 (7-2) 6-3
He continues 2017 record to 14 wins and one defeat
Federer picked up where he left off in Indian Wells, winning his first 20 service points on the way to overcoming an impressive effort from Tiafoe, the world number 101.
Federer said about Frances after match
"I saw the power he had, the explosivity he had, how he easily can generate pace. He seemed to be fearless, good serving, taking the ball early and making the plays.


"What I like to see is when a younger player comes out and really feels he has nothing to lose and only has stuff to gain."

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