Federer beats Cilic in Australian Open final, wins record 20th grand slam
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Roger Federer won a sixth Australian Open, beating Marin Cilic in the final for his 20th Grand Slam title Sunday.
The Swiss defending champion dropped his only sets of the tournament to beat the Croatian sixth seed 6-2, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 in 3hr 3min on Rod Laver Arena.
It was the record 20th grand slam title of the legendary Swiss player, who at the ripe-old age of 36 is showing no signs of slowing down.
The victory also sees Federer defend his Australian Open title.
He has now won the tournament six times, which draws him level with Roy Emerson and Novak Djokovic as the event's most decorated champion.
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Jan 28, 2018 04:53pm
Legend is an understatement for him. He is bigger than that. As an athlete and as a person. Great!
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Jan 28, 2018 05:16pm
very well played. the leader the legend
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Jan 28, 2018 06:50pm
Great to watch perfect blend of classic and power play like a old wine . My favorite player other then Ivan landel of previous era.
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Jan 29, 2018 12:08am
What a great match! What a great champion! Even better person! A true gentleman. Salute.
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Jan 29, 2018 08:24am
wow!
My favourite player Roger...
great win
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Jan 29, 2018 09:36am
timeless and ageless, as they say
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Jan 29, 2018 02:32pm
Congrats Roger.
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Jan 29, 2018 11:57pm
Welcome to the unique and distinguished club of tennis legends with 20 Grand Slam titles under their belt.
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