Australian Open 2009 Final: Roger Federer vs Rafael Nadal

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal the number 2 and number 1 in tennis are head to head in Australian Open 2009 final. It’d be very interesting match whoever wins the battle. Jon Wertheim of Sport Illustrated has an interesting thought:

If Roger Federer wins? He ties Pete Sampras with his 14th career Grand Slam singles title, one more point in favor of his candidacy for the Greatest of All Time (GOAT). He will have beat Rafael Nadal in their first meeting at a major championship played on a hard court. He’ll exact some revenge on Nadal after losing that epic Wimbledon final. After being dismissed last summer, Federer will have won the subsequent two majors and reclaim hegemony.

If Nadal wins? He will have claimed his sixth major title and first on a hard court — at age 22. He’ll improve his record against Federer to 13-6, including wins in the last five encounters. He’ll solidify his hold on the No. 1 ranking. Suddenly, he’s right in there for the GOAT discussion. No matter the outcome, it’s a great narrative.

Watch Recorded Video from Wimbledon Final 2008 between Roger Federer vs Rafael Nadael considered as the Greatest Final match between the two fiercest rival

Tags: australian open, rafael nadal, roger federer

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infoker
January 31, 2009 at 5:30 am

i bet Roger Federer will win hehehe LOL

karim
January 31, 2009 at 8:27 am

Roger is really my favorite… he…he……… enjoy.. success for him

Arya
January 31, 2009 at 10:11 am

I think it will be an attractive game. Because each palyer will compete the best of they can, all out. These are about prestige, rivalry and domination in lawn tennes.

nisha
January 31, 2009 at 6:55 pm

I found this nice article which discusses the strength and weaknesses of both the players. Just wanted to share it with everyone:

http://www.iwebie.com/australian-open-2009-federer-nadal-live-results

I hope Nadal wins

Amos c p
January 31, 2009 at 10:10 pm

i love this two living legends, but i will be very happy if federer beat nadal, break samparas record, win the french open,set 16 grand slam title record, retire as number one. then nadal can regign