Roger Federer: Bold Predictions for Tennis Icon in Remaining 2013 Grand Slams

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Published: February 11, 2013

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When it comes to the Grand Slams, few men can attest to the phenomenal record that Swiss tennis icon Roger Federer has throughout his career.

Since 2005, he has reached the quarterfinals of every single Grand Slam; winning every single Major at least once in his career. His 17 Grand Slam crowns in total make him truly one of the most incredibly successful tennis players of the modern era.

So how will the Fed Express fare in the 2013 Grand Slams?

We've already seen him lose a thrilling five-set match to Andy Murray in the semifinals of the Australian Open, but how will he go in the other three? Read on for some bold predictions for the tennis icon throughout the remaining 2013 Grand Slams.

 



French Open, May 26-June 9

Federer has only won the French Open once before in his life, and many would argue that it only came about because of the fact that Rafael Nadal had been eliminated. Thus Roger didn't have to play him at all during the competition. 

Yet whilst Rafa is the undisputed clay-court king, Federer can certainly match it with the former World No. 1 on his least-favorite surface—especially in this year's competition, where Nadal's injury concerns will no doubt still be on his mind.

In fact, we don't quite yet know just how healthy or injured the Spaniard will be, which will no doubt impact on how Federer fares in this tournament.

Andy Murray isn't the greatest on clay courts, though his speed and athleticism does suit the surface. Novak Djokovic will be the other real test for Federer, with his sliding backhand in particular is a real weapon he can utilize here against the Swiss international.

Guys like David Ferrer and Nicolas Almagro can challenge, but you'd expect Federer to get through those guys in a tough four or five-set encounter.

The biggest threats are Nadal or Djokovic, and if he coms up against eith...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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