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Tables Turn in a Wimbledon Repeat
By: Monica Date: August 20, 2012, 5:48 pm
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In July, Andy Murray and Roger Federer faced each other in the
final of what is arguably the most distinguished tennis
tournament in the world, Wimbledon. Federer played skillfully
and, unfortunately, Murray could not meet his opponent. Federer
was a master at the net, winning several great points because of
his brilliant volleys. In addition, his overhead shots were just
amazing. His strategic drop shots were perfectly placed, and he
covered the court well. Federer kept Murray sprinting all over
the court. Of course, Murray had his moments, but he was playing
Federer’s game. In the end, Federer stole the match, winning his
seventh Wimbledon title. This is what Federer had to say about
his win: “I think I played some of my best tennis in the last
couple of matches. It’s worked out so many times here that I
play my best in semis and the final. I couldn't be more happy—it
feels great being back here as the winner. It's a great moment.”
Just a month later, Murray and Federer faced each other once
again—this time for a gold medal at the 2012 Olympic Games in
London. They played on the same court as before, but this match
meant quite a lot. In the Olympic Games, each player fights for
his country, not just for his career. This match was much more
than two professional tennis players, and the audience knew it
too. Murray certainly did not let the opportunity to turn the
tables pass him by.
Murray moved well and played aggressively, two major elements
that were missing from his strategy at the Wimbledon finals.
Like his opponent at Wimbledon, Murray played boldly at the net,
and the reward was great. Murray returned Federer’s
unpredictable, strategically-placed serves deftly, which is not
an easy feat. The last two points of the match were a perfect
ending; the crowd sat quietly and roared thunderously as Murray
aced once, then twice, winning the match and a gold medal.
Andy Murray has not won a single grand slam, but perhaps taking
a gold medal at the Olympic Games makes up for it. Federer said,
“[Murray] never looked back. His credit for getting in the lead
and using the crowd to come through. He did an unbelievable
job.” On his win, Murray said, “I've had a lot of tough losses
in my career. This is the best way to come back from the
Wimbledon final. I'll never forget it.”
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