Roger Federer
Roger Federer Blasts Andy Roddick at U.S. Open
Golf: Roger Federer makes the sport of tennis look easy when he plays like he did against Andy Roddick, nailing a third U.S. Open title.
A Tennis Legend - Roger Federer
The Swiss Tennis professional Roger Federer’s Biography, who became the world's top tennis player and the first man since Mats Wilander in 1988 to win three Grand Slam events in the same year.
Roger and Out?
His accusation that Rafael Nadal uses time-wasting tactics suggests that the pressure of their rivalry might finally be getting to Roger Federer
Wimbledon: Roger Federer v Marat Safin - Live!
Game-by-game report: Can anyone stop the world No1? Find out with Xan Brooks from 1pm
Everything Comes Up Roses for Federer Against Awkward Ancic
Roger Federer reached his 17th consecutive grand-slam semi-final by dispatching the last man to beat him on grass
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Remains on Course With Emphatic Win
Roger Federer booked a semi-final spot against Marat Safin after dispatching Mario Ancic in straight sets
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Remains on Course
Top seed breezes past Ancic in straight sets
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Sails Through Against Hewitt
Top seed Roger Federer kept his title defence on track with a straight sets win over former champion Lleyton Hewitt
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Lleyton Hewitt - As It Happened
Defending champion ousts Australian in straight sets to advance to the last eight
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Lleyton Hewitt - Live
Can the Australian battler stop the five-time champion? Find out with Xan Brooks from 1pm
Signs of Unease in Federer Reserve
All should be well in Roger Federer's world but there have been small signs that not everything is perfect
Federer Treads Water But the Bigger Fish Lurk to Challenge Champion
Talk of Roger Federer's vulnerability has more to do with our desire for change than Rafael Nadal or glandular fever, writes Paul Weaver
Wimbledon 2008: Normal Service Resumed As Federer Cruises to Third Round Victory
The rain in SW19 only delayed the inevitable as Roger Federer won in straight sets
Wimbledon: Roger Federer v Marc Gicquel - Live!
Game-by-game report: Can anyone stop the world No1? Find out with Xan Brooks
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Brushes Aside Hrbaty in Straight Sets
Tennis: Roger Federer began his quest for a modern-era record sixth consecutive Wimbledon title with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 demolition of Slovakia's Dominik Hrbaty
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Dominik Hrbaty - As It Happened
Tennis: Game-by-game report: see how Roger Federer beat Dominik Hrbaty in straight sets.
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Dominik Hrbaty - Live!
Game-by-game report: follow Roger Federer's progress in the first round at Wimbledon against Dominik Hrbaty.
Six-shooter Federer Takes Aim at Nadal
Despite his five Wimbledon titles, Roger Federer must now reassert himself as the world's best player
Nadal Goes Into Borg Mode to Hand Federer His Worst Humiliation
French Open champion Rafael Nadal did not just defeat Roger Federer, he demolished him 6-1, 6-3, 6-0
Federer to Face Nadal in Final Again
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will clash in the French Open final for the third straight year
Federer Ousts Gonzalez to Keep Roland Garros Dream Alive
French Open: Roger Federer progressed to the semi-final with a four-set victory over Fernando Gonzalez
Federer Ousts Gonzalez to Book Semi-final Spot
French Open: Roger Federer progressed to the semi-final with a four-set victory over Fernando Gonzalez
Stepanek Stuns Federer in Rome
Roger Federer's French Open preparations have suffered a blow with a quarter-final exit at the Rome Masters
Djokovic Continues His Progress on Clay
Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer both moved into the quarter-finals in Rome
Nadal's Feats on Clay Leave Federer With Much to Do Before French Open
Rafael Nadal won his fourth consecutive Monte Carlo title, continuing his clay hoodoo over Roger Federer
Out-of-sorts Federer Survives Scare in Monte Carlo
Spanish qualifier Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo twice served for the match, but Roger Federer progressed to the third round
Federer Slam's Murray's Tactics After Dubai Defeat
Tennis: Roger Federer has criticized Andy Murray's tactics during the Scot's victory over the world No1 in Dubai yesterday, and questioned whether Murray is progressing as a player.
Murray Powers to Federer Victory
Tennis: Andy Murray overcame world No1 Roger Federer in three sets at the Dubai Championship
Federer Vs Sampras - Who Reigns Supreme?
The article compares Roger Federer and Pete Sampras - two of men's tennis greatest legends in an attempt to discover which of the two is the greater player.
Djokovic Crushes Federer to Seal Final Spot
Australian Open: Novak Djovokic will face Wilfried Tsonga in Sunday's Australian Open after beating Roger Federer in straight sets
Federer v Djokovic - As It Happened
Australian Open: Who will join Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final? Find out with Paolo Bandini NOW
Federer Brushes Blake Aside to Set Up Semi With Djokovic
Australian Open: Roger Federer set up an enticing semi-final with Novak Djokovic with a typically comprehensive victory over James Blake in three sets
Djokovic Dismantles Ferrer to Reach Semi-finals
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic set up a likely semi-final with Roger Federer by thrashing fifth seed David Ferrer in three sets.
Deadly Djokovic Ends Aussie Hopes
Perhaps Roger Federer should stay up late more often. The defending champion revealed he had staved off sleep to see some of Lleyton Hewitt's marathon win over Marcos Baghdatis - a match that did not finish until 4.33am on Sunday morning - but the defending champion showed few signs of tiredness as he beat No13 seed Thomas Berdych in straight sets 6-4, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3.
Night Owl Federer Swoops Past Berdych
Perhaps Roger Federer should stay up late more often. The defending champion revealed he had staved off sleep to see some of Lleyton Hewitt's marathon win over Marcos Baghdatis - a match that did not finish until 4.33am on Sunday morning - but the defending champion showed few signs of tiredness as he beat No13 seed Thomas Berdych in straight sets 6-4, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3.
Business As Usual As Federer Sweeps Past Santoro
Just another sunny day in Melbourne, just another imperious victory for Roger Federer. The reigning champion swept aside Fabrice Santoro 6-1, 6-2, 6-0 to book a place in the third round of the Australian Open.
Federer v Hartfield: As It Happened
Tennis: Game-by-game report: Will Roger Federer cruise through to the second round? Find out with Lawrence Booth NOW
Federer Storms Past Hapless Hartfield
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer breezed past Argentina's Diego Hartfield winning in straight sets 6-0, 6-3, 6-0
Federer and Henin Named Itf World Champions
After dominating the calendar year Roger Federer and Justine Henin have been named 2007 ITF World Champions
Federer Stunned By González Fightback
Tennis: Chile's Fernando González comes from set down to beat Roger Federer at Masters Cup.
Wimbledon: Roger Federer Beats Rafael Nadal to Win the Men's Singles Final
Tennis: Men's singles final: Roger Federer beat Rafael Nadal in an epic five-set contest to win his fifth successive title.
Wimbledon 2007: Follow the Men's Final Between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal With Our Live Game-by-game Report
Tennis: Can Nadal stop Federer from making it five in a row? Follow the action with Mike Adamson NOW!
Wimbledon: Federer Still on Course for History
Tennis: Roger Federer remains comfortably on course to equal Bjorn Borg's five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles.
Federer v Ferrero - Live!
Tennis: Game-by-game report: Will the champion breeze through to the semis. Find out with Tom Lutz NOW.
Tennis: Nadal Digs Deep to Remain on Course for Federer Showdown
Rafa Nadal put his fans through another five set thriller before emerging to claim a quarter-final place.
Tennis: Deft Federer Defies the Drizzle With Deadly Gentleness
Roger Federer's deftness of touch makes the game look just too easy, says Richard Williams.
Tennis: Five's Alive for Federer
Roger Federer is looking to win Wimbledon for the fifth year running, Jon Henderson meets a man determined to break records.
French Open: Roger Federer Dispatches Nikolay Davydenko to Reach Final
Tennis: Roger Federer books his place in the French Open final after a straight-sets win over Nikolay Davydenko.
French Open: Record Breaking Roger Federer Blows Tommy Robredo Away
Tennis: Roger Federer won his 36th successive set in grand slams to breeze past Tommy Robredo and break a record he held with John McEnroe.
Tennis: Federer Puts Squeeze on King
By losing to Roger Federer in Hamburg, Rafael Nadal's grip on his third straight French Open title looks less certain.
Federer Faces Tough Time at Roland Garros
Tennis: The French Open draw made life tough for Roger Federer as he goes after that elusive last Grand Slam title.
Rome Masters: Roger Federer Thrashed By Italian Unknown
Tennis: Roger Federer's dismal season on clay continued as he was humbled 6-2, 6-4 by Italian wildcard Filippo Volandri in the Rome Masters.
Tennis: Nadal Claims Federer Scalp in Battle of the Surfaces
Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer in the 'Battle of the Surfaces' after the world's two best players produced another epic in Mallorca.
Tennis: Roger Federer Loses to Guillermo Canas in Sony Ericcsson Open
Guillermo Canas stuns world No1 for second time in two weeks at Sony Ericsson Open.
Tennis: Roger Federer Loses in First Round of the Masters Series in Indian Wells
Unbeaten run ends with defeat to Guillermo Canas at Indian Wells.
Tennis: Federer Braces Himself for Hot Blast From Chile
Australian Open: The boisterous form of Chilean, Fernando Gonzalez might be enough to test a below par Roger Federer, says Jon Henderson.
Australian Open: Gonzalez Batters Haas to Book Federer Clash
Tennis: Fernando Gonzalez will face Roger Federer Australian Open final.
Tennis: Flawless Federer Crushes Roddick
Australian Open: Defending champion Roger Federer has reached the final without dropping a set after a easing past Andy Roddick 6-4, 6-0, 6-2.
Tennis: Federer Disposes of Youzhny in Three Sets to Maintain Flawless Start to Australian Open
Australian Open: A 6-3, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5) victory over Mikhail Youzhny means Roger Federer has reached the fourth round without losing a set.
Tennis: Imperious Federer Eases Past Bjorkman and Into Third Round
Australian Open: Roger Federer looked back to his best as he cruised past Jonas Bjorkman 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.
Tennis: Federer Rules Again
David Nalbandian courted further controversy, but still lost to Roger Federer in straight sets.
Federer Made to Work
Tennis: Roger Federer dropped his first set of this year's US Open, but still eased into the semi-finals with a four-set victory over James Blake.
Murray Claims Federer Scalp
Tennis: Andy Murray tonight became only the second player to beat Roger Federer this year, winning in straight sets in Cincinnati.
Four in a Row for Federer
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer took care of Rafael Nadal in four pulsating sets to retain his title.
Wimbledon: Federer Wary of the Spanish Bull
Tennis: Roger Federer may not have lost a set, but he should underestimate the 'bull' at his peril, says Will Buckley.
Wimbledon: Federer Eases Into Final
Tennis: The Swiss came close to perfection in his victory over Jonas Bjorkman, reports Paul Weaver.
Federer Marches on
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer moved closer to a fourth successive Wimbledon with a straight-sets trouncing of Mario Ancic in the quarter-finals.
Wimbledon: Federer Lacks True Rival
Tennis: Peerless champion lacks true rivals so must beat lesser lights at their own game, writes Will Buckley.
Tennis: Federer Fends Off Rugged Rochus
Roger Federer 's 6-7, 7-6, 7-6 victory over Olivier Rochus at the Halle International puts him within two wins of Bjorn Borg's grass-court record.
Tennis: Nadal Beats Federer in Paris
Roger Federer's bid to make tennis history by holding all four major titles at once has been ended by his clay court nemesis, Rafael Nadal.
Tennis: Rain Fails to Slow Dominant Federer
World No1 Roger Federer continued his bid for a first ever French Open with an easy stroll over Alejandro Falla.
Federer Adds to Grand Slam Tally
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer dropped the first set but outplayed a tired Marcos Baghdatis to win yet another title in Melbourne.
Federer v Baghdatis As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Cheeky Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis comes up against Roger Federer in the men's final. Follow it live with Georgina Turner.
Federer v Baghdatis - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Cheeky Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis comes up against Roger Federer in the men's final. Follow it live with Georgina Turner.
Tennis: Divine Federer Confronts 'the 13th God'
Roger Federer's winning run on hard courts stands at 51 but Marcos Baghdatis may have more than just supporters on his side.
Federer v Kiefer As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolas Kiefer take advantage of Roger Federer's wobble in form? Find out with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Hits Form and Hits Kiefer in Four
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer found some of his old form to beat Nicolas Kiefer to a final place.
Federer v Kiefer - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolas Kiefer take advantage of Roger Federer's wobble in form? Find out with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer v Davydenko As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolay Davydenko halt the Fed Express? Find out live with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Holds on for Semis
Tennis: Australian Open: Nicolas Kiefer is in the semi-finals after a gruelling match with Sebastien Grosjean.
Federer v Davydenko - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolay Davydenko halt the Fed Express? Find out live with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Digs Deep to Stave Off Haas Fightback
Tennis: Roger Federer survives five-set scare against Tommy Haas to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open.
No Sweat for Federer
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer demolished Florian Mayer in straight sets as Andy Murray crashed out of the doubles.
Tennis: Nalbandian Battles Back to End Federer's Final Run
David Nalbandian fought back from two sets to love down to beat the world number one in the final of the Tennis Masters Cup in Shanghai.
Tennis: Federer Helps to Save Masters From Loss of Face
Roger Federer injected some much-needed excitement into the moribund Masters Cup with a battling win over Ivan Ljubicic.
Federer Toughs Out Masters Victory
Tennis: Roger Federer edged towards his third straight title at the injury-ravaged Masters Cup with a win over Ivan Ljubicic.
Tennis: Federer Made to Battle in Shanghai
Roger Federer overcame David Nalbandian in Shanghai having trailed 3-1 in the deciding set.
Tennis: Only an Ankle Can Prevent Federer Being Master
Stephen Bierley believes the only thing that can stop Roger Federer from claiming his third consecutive Masters Cup is his injured ankle.
Davis Cup: Federer Wipes Floor With Macken
Tennis: Roger Federer barely broke sweat as he slaughtered Great Britain No9 Alan Mackin in the Davis Cup World Group play-off.
Tennis: Mackin to Face Federer in Davis Cup Gamble
Andy Murray's fellow Scot Alan Mackin, the world No262, will face the world No1 in tomorrow's crucial Davis Cup rubber.
Tennis: Federer Threat Puts Bates in a Spin
Jeremy Bates must decide whether Andy Murray is ready to face Roger Federer ahead of Britain's crucial Davis Cup clash with Switzerland.
Federer Beats Agassi to Claim Us Crown
Tennis: Andre Agassi labelled Roger Federer the best player he had ever faced after the Swiss maestro won his sixth grand slam title.
Tennis: Federer Ends Agassi's Dream
Roger Federer overcame a partisan atmosphere and an inspired Andre Agassi in four sets to retain his US Open title at Flushing Meadows.
Tennis: Federer Magic Silences Doubters
Before Roger Federer's quarter-final against David Nalbandian the world No1 had dropped only one set in the US Open this year. And if it was accepted that the radiance was a little dimmed, the purity of his shots a little less than perfect, most expected him to raise his game when the necessity...
Federer Next for Resilient Hewitt
Tennis: Lleyton Hewitt's reward for a gruelling five-set victory in the quarter-final? A date with the world No1, who's beaten him eight times in a row.
Tennis: Federer Forced to Turn Ugly
Roger Federer was poor by his standards, but still beat Nicolas Kiefer in four sets to reach the US Open quarter-finals.
Federer Determines to Complete His Set on French Clay
Tennis: Having won his third Wimbledon title, Roger Federer's thoughts have drifted to the crushed brick of Roland Garros.
Flawless Federer Can Rewrite the Record Books
Tennis: Roger Federer beat Andy Roddick to become the eighth player to win the men's singles title for three successive years.
Federer Retains Wimbledon Title
Tennis: Roger Federer has beaten Andy Roddick 6-2, 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 to secure his third Wimbledon title in succession.
Roger Federer Profile
Tennis: Roger Federer is not just the best tennis player in the world, he could well go down in history as the best ever. And today, the nice man from Basle aims to grab his third Wimbledon title. Denis Campbell
Federer - the Best There's Every Been?
Tennis: It is not merely Roger Federer's achievements that are remarkable, argues Will Buckley, but the manner in which they have been achieved.
Wimbledon 2005: Flawless Federer Leaves Hewitt in His Wake
Tennis: Roger Federer dispatched the world No2 Leyton Hewitt in straight sets to reach the Wimbledon final and record his eighth straight victory over the Australian.
Federer Finds Hewitt a Breeze
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer booked his place in the men's final with a straight sets win over Lleyton Hewitt.
Federer v Hewitt - Live!
Tennis: Wimbledon: Can Lleyton Hewitt stop Roger Federer winning his third title at SW19? Follow it NOW with Xan Brooks.
Federer Surges Into Semis
Tennis: Men: Roger Federer stayed on course for a third successive Wimbledon title with a 7-5, 6-2, 7-6 quarter-final win over Fernando González.
Federer v González - How It Unfolded
Tennis: Game-by-game report: See how Roger Federer made it 34 grass-court wins in a row by beating Fernando González in straight sets.
Federer - González - Live!
Tennis: Game-by-game report: See if Fernándo González can upset Roger Federer on men's quarter-finals day with James Dart NOW!
Federer Cruises Into the Quarter-finals
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer remained on course for a hat-trick of titles, beating Juan Carlos Ferrero in straight sets.
Federer Breezes Into Round Two
Tennis: Men: Roger Federer began his bid for a third successive title with a comfortable straight-sets victory over Paul-Henri Mathieu.
Tennis: Federer Faces Fatigue
Stephen Bierley reports on why it may not be plain sailing for reigning champion Roger Federer at Wimbledon.
Tennis: Nadal Beats Federer in Battle of Wills
The precocious Spaniard celebrates his 19th birthday by grounding world No1 Roger Federer and reaching men's final as a favourite to claim the title.
Tennis: Federer Gazes at History Over Clay Summit
Could Rafael Nadal do a Marat Safin? The chances are slim but Roger Federer seems to be in no mood to take any chances, writes Stephen Bierley.
Tennis: Federer and Nadal Set Up Showdown
The two most successful and exciting men on the ATP tour this year breezed through their quarters to set up the semi everybody wanted to see.
Federer and Nadal Set to Square Off
Tennis: Roger Federer set up a mouthwatering French Open semi-final with Rafael Nadal as he edged closer to an elusive first title at Roland Garros.
Tennis: Federer Makes Light Work of Injured Moya
Roger Federer conserved his energy with victory in three-sets to proceed to a quarter-final against gentle Romanian giant Victor Hanescu.
Federer Off to a Flying Start
Tennis: French Open: Roger Federer looked in ominous form today as he coasted through to the second round with a straight-sets victory over Israel's Dudi Sela.
Federer Aims to Complete Set
Tennis: The French Open is the only grand slam title to elude the world No1 Roger Federer and Spain's Rafael Nadal is mounting a big challenge.
Tennis: Britain Face the Federer Mountain
The British team were happy to draw Roger Federer's Switzerland, having faced the possibility of Spain, the Davis Cup holders, or Chile.
Federer Awaits Britain in Davis Cup
Tennis: If Great Britain are to reach the hallowed world group, they'll have to go through Roger Federer in Switzerland to do so.
Tennis: Federer's Run Blown By Gasquet
Eighteen-year-old Frenchman Richard Gasquet staved off three match points to upset Roger Federer in the Monte Carlo Masters.
Tennis: Federer Survives
Chilean Fernando Gonzalez fights hard but fails to halt Roger Federer's unbeaten run.
Rusedski Can't Stop Rampant Federer
Tennis: There was to be no upset for Greg Rusedski as he won just four games in his first-round defeat to Roger Federer in Monte Carlo.
Henman Relishing Federer Showdown
Tennis: After swatting aside Radek Stepanek at the NASDAQ-100 Open in Miami, Tim Henman now has the unenviable task of taking on the world No1 in the last eight.
Tennis: Mauresmo and Federer Victorious
Amelie Mauresmo truimphed in Antwerp while men's world No1 won his 15th successive final.
Tennis: Vandals Play While Federer Licks Wounds
Jon Henderson awaits today's heavy metal men's final between Marat Safin and Lleyton Hewitt.
Tennis, Australian Open: Safin Derails the Federer Express
Marat Safin celebrated his 25th birthday in the best possible style by overcoming the holder Roger Federer in the semis in five thrilling sets.
Safin Downs Federer in Epic
Tennis: Australian Open: Marat Safin triumphed in a five-set thriller today to end Roger Federer's long unbeaten run and book a place in Sunday's final.
Agassi no match for sublime Federer
Tennis: Australian Open, men: World No1 Roger Federer continued his march to the title with a convincing straight sets win against Andre Agassi.
Agassi Fires Himself Up for Federer
Tennis: Australian Open: Andre Agassi is as excited about the prospect of playing Roger Federer in the quarter-finals as he used to be about playing Pete Sampras.
Tennis, Australian Open: Safin Primed By Coach to Give Federer a Sterner Test
Marat Safin believes he is benefiting from the advice of Peter Lundgren, Roger Federer's ex-coach, ahead of their projected semi-final clash.
Tennis: Federer Rolls on in a Class of His Own
November 23: Ten matches, 10 wins, $3m dollars in prize money and a couple of Mercedes...Roger Federer just can't help being a genius.
Federer is Master of the World
Tennis: Roger Federer capped a fine year by outplaying Lleyton Hewitt in the final of the Masters Cup.
Tennis: Federer Offers Hope of a Falter
November 20: Roger Federer's victory stretched his unbeaten run to eight matches, but Carlos Moya admitted that he did not find the champion too intimidating.
Masters Cup: Hewitt Sets Up Masters Clash With Federer
Having been beaten by Roger Federer at this years Australia and US Opens, as well as at Wimbledon, Leyton Hewitt is after revenge.
Tennis: Gaudio No Match As Regal Federer Reigns
Gastón Gaudio shook his head in amazement at Roger Federer's magic, as the Swiss champion beat the Argentinian 6-1 7-4.
Tennis: Us Open: Federer Has World Playing Catch-up
After winning the US Open, Roger Federer has cornered the market on grand slam titles and tennis superlatives.
Tennis: Federer Wins Us Open
After another display of near faultless tennis, Roger Federer crushed 2001 champion Lleyton Hewitt to take his third grand slam of the year.
Tennis: Federer Beats Henman
Tim Henman had to give another almost-victory speech after he lost 6-3 6-4 6-4 to Roger Federer.
Tennis: Federer and the Fear Factor in Henman's Path
Only the small matter of Roger Federer stands between Tim Henman and his first grand slam final in 37 attempts.
It'll All End in Tears...
Last month he took his second successive men's singles title at Wimbledon and cried on court - again. The morning after his victory, a tired but jubilant Roger Federer talked candidly to Tim Adams about fame, his temper, the pain he felt at the death of his coach and why he will always live in Switzerland.
Roger Federer - Truly a Champions' Champion
July 6: Roger Federer is loved by all tennis players for demonstrating that skill can overcome brute power.
Federer Shows Grit in His Genius to Retain the Crown
July 5: Andy Roddick's early barrage exposed some holes, but Roger Federer showed there is steel in his style.
Federer Clings Onto His Title
Roger Federer successfully defended his title with a hard-fought 4-6, 7-5, 7-6, 6-4 victory over the second seed Andy Roddick.
Federer is one of a kind
Roger Federer is the real deal. Here is an opinion of how Federer is unique in many ways and can be a part of tennis history by being the first to win all four Grand Slams in the same calendar year.
Men's Final Preview
Reigning champion Roger Federer is a potent combination of John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg, says Will Buckley
Wimbledon: Advantage Federer Before Rain Wins Again
July 3: Roger Federer looked imperious in taking a two-set 4-3 lead in his semi-final clash with Sébastien Grosjean.
Roger Federer v Sebastien Grosjean
Follow the first semi-final between Roger Federer and Sebastien Grosjean with Xan Brooks from 1.00pm.
Federer 6-1, 6-7, 6-0, 6-4 Hewitt
July 1: In between rain-breaks, Roger Federer produced tennis to banish any thoughts of Tim Henman's exit.
Hewitt to Face Federer
Men: Lleyton Hewitt will take on Roger Federer in an enticing quarter-final pairing, after the Australian defeated Carlos Moya.
Federer Travels First Class to Face Giant Giant-killer
Roger Federer, the world's most complete player, has eased himself into the fourth round and neither serve nor sweat has yet been broken.
Federer Looking Invincible
The reigning champ continues to look untouchable as he sweeps aside the challenge of Alejandro Falla.
Wimbledon: Federer Sets a Champion's Standard
June 22: Britain's Alex Bogdanovic provided the cannon fodder as Swiss title-holder Roger Federer got back into the groove.
Federer Puts Bogdanovic in His Place
Tournament favourite Roger Federer showed no mercy as he beat Briton Alex Bogdanovic in straight sets.
Stephen Bierley on Tennis: Federer and Roddick Set for Legendary Rivalry
June 18: Roger Federer and Andy Roddick set for a rivalry fit to number amongst tennis legends.
Tennis: Kuerten Magic Floors Federer
May 30: Three-times French Open champion Gustavo Kuerten put world number one Roger Federer out in the third round.
Tennis: History Says Henman Can Stop the Federer Express
Previous encounters suggest that Tim Henman will have the psychological advantage over Roger Federer in the ABN AMRO world tennis quarter-final.
Tennis: Federer Wins Australian Open
February 2: Roger Federer is the new Australian Open champion after beating an exhausted Marat Safin.
Australian Open: Federer Into Final and Clinches No1 Spot
January 31: By beating Juan Carlos Ferrero, Roger Federer clinched a place in the final and took over from Andy Roddick as world No1.
Federer Cruises Into Final
Wimbledon champion Roger Federer trounced Carlos Ferrero in straight sets today to reach his first Australian Open final and climb to the top of the world rankings. In a surprisingly one-sided semi-final, the Swiss No2 seed won 6-4, 6-1, 6-4 to set up a meeting with Russia's Marat Safin...
Australian Open: Federer Ready to Scale New Peak
January 29: The man they call the Fed Express is one semi-final win away from becoming world No1.
Swiss on a Roll As Federer Sets Semi Date With Ferrero
Roger Federer moved into the semi-finals of the Australian Open with a four-sets win over the eighth-seed Argentinian David Nalbandian at Melbourne Park. Federer always had the edge in a game full of stunningly powerful groundstrokes as he triumphed 7-5, 6-4, 5-7, 6-3. The Swiss No2 will...
Tennis: Federer's Magic Too Much for Hewitt
January 27: Roger Federer showed his Wimbledon form of last year to beat Lleyton Hewitt 4-6, 6-3, 6-0, 6-4.
Federer Looks for a Million Consolations
November 13: He may not be world No1, but Roger Federer could still pocket around £1m if he wins the Masters Cup.
Federer Primed for Nalbandian
September 2: Wimbledon champion Roger Federer strolled past James Blake to reach the US Open quarter finals yesterday.
Serve-volley Dead? No One Told Federer
It's back to the drawing board for coaches after Roger Federer's win, writes Stephen Bierley.
Federer Finds Steel to Galvanise His Skill
Swiss stylist completes transition from talented junior to grand slam winner with straight-sets demolition of Philippoussis.
Federer Rocks and Rolls But Eventually Waltzes Through
June 28: Roger Federer, who is seeded to meet Andy Roddick in the semi-finals has failed to get beyond the quarter-final stage of any slam. It is possible that may all be about to change.
Federer Hits Cruise Control
Roger Federer hit cruise control to establish himself as one of the leading contenders for the Wimbledon crown on centre court with an impressive straight-sets win over Stefan Koubek. After an unconvincing start, the fourth-seeded Swiss star moved through the gears to clinically dispose...
Federer Folds in the Red Dust
Roger Federer, the No5 seed, was beaten 7-6, 6-2, 7-6 by Luis Horna of Peru on the first day at Roland Garros as Swiss gold transformed into base metal.
Federer is Bearded By Spaniard
May 12: Spain's Felix Mantilla struck a blow for clay-court journeymen by winning the Italian Open at a sun-drenched Foro Italico.
Federer Conserves His Energy
January 17: Roger Federer, the number six seed in the Australian Open, has been conserving his energy in the early stages of the competition.
Son of Goran Lives His Dream and Fells the Favoured Federer
Roger Federer became the biggest casualty so far when the seventh seeded Swiss was stunned 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 by unknown 18-year-old Croatian qualifier Mario Ancic.
Ancic Stuns Federer
Roger Federer became the biggest casualty of this year's Wimbledon championships when the seventh seeded Swiss was stunned 6-3 7-6 6-3 by unknown 18-year-old Croatian qualifier Mario Ancic in the first round. Ancic, born in Split - the home town of Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic -...
His accusation that Rafael Nadal uses time-wasting tactics suggests that the pressure of their rivalry might finally be getting to Roger Federer
Wimbledon: Roger Federer v Marat Safin - Live!
Game-by-game report: Can anyone stop the world No1? Find out with Xan Brooks from 1pm
Everything Comes Up Roses for Federer Against Awkward Ancic
Roger Federer reached his 17th consecutive grand-slam semi-final by dispatching the last man to beat him on grass
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Remains on Course With Emphatic Win
Roger Federer booked a semi-final spot against Marat Safin after dispatching Mario Ancic in straight sets
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Remains on Course
Top seed breezes past Ancic in straight sets
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Sails Through Against Hewitt
Top seed Roger Federer kept his title defence on track with a straight sets win over former champion Lleyton Hewitt
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Lleyton Hewitt - As It Happened
Defending champion ousts Australian in straight sets to advance to the last eight
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Lleyton Hewitt - Live
Can the Australian battler stop the five-time champion? Find out with Xan Brooks from 1pm
Signs of Unease in Federer Reserve
All should be well in Roger Federer's world but there have been small signs that not everything is perfect
Federer Treads Water But the Bigger Fish Lurk to Challenge Champion
Talk of Roger Federer's vulnerability has more to do with our desire for change than Rafael Nadal or glandular fever, writes Paul Weaver
Wimbledon 2008: Normal Service Resumed As Federer Cruises to Third Round Victory
The rain in SW19 only delayed the inevitable as Roger Federer won in straight sets
Wimbledon: Roger Federer v Marc Gicquel - Live!
Game-by-game report: Can anyone stop the world No1? Find out with Xan Brooks
Wimbledon 2008: Federer Brushes Aside Hrbaty in Straight Sets
Tennis: Roger Federer began his quest for a modern-era record sixth consecutive Wimbledon title with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 demolition of Slovakia's Dominik Hrbaty
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Dominik Hrbaty - As It Happened
Tennis: Game-by-game report: see how Roger Federer beat Dominik Hrbaty in straight sets.
Wimbledon 2008: Roger Federer v Dominik Hrbaty - Live!
Game-by-game report: follow Roger Federer's progress in the first round at Wimbledon against Dominik Hrbaty.
Six-shooter Federer Takes Aim at Nadal
Despite his five Wimbledon titles, Roger Federer must now reassert himself as the world's best player
Nadal Goes Into Borg Mode to Hand Federer His Worst Humiliation
French Open champion Rafael Nadal did not just defeat Roger Federer, he demolished him 6-1, 6-3, 6-0
Federer to Face Nadal in Final Again
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will clash in the French Open final for the third straight year
Federer Ousts Gonzalez to Keep Roland Garros Dream Alive
French Open: Roger Federer progressed to the semi-final with a four-set victory over Fernando Gonzalez
Federer Ousts Gonzalez to Book Semi-final Spot
French Open: Roger Federer progressed to the semi-final with a four-set victory over Fernando Gonzalez
Stepanek Stuns Federer in Rome
Roger Federer's French Open preparations have suffered a blow with a quarter-final exit at the Rome Masters
Djokovic Continues His Progress on Clay
Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer both moved into the quarter-finals in Rome
Nadal's Feats on Clay Leave Federer With Much to Do Before French Open
Rafael Nadal won his fourth consecutive Monte Carlo title, continuing his clay hoodoo over Roger Federer
Out-of-sorts Federer Survives Scare in Monte Carlo
Spanish qualifier Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo twice served for the match, but Roger Federer progressed to the third round
Federer Slam's Murray's Tactics After Dubai Defeat
Tennis: Roger Federer has criticized Andy Murray's tactics during the Scot's victory over the world No1 in Dubai yesterday, and questioned whether Murray is progressing as a player.
Murray Powers to Federer Victory
Tennis: Andy Murray overcame world No1 Roger Federer in three sets at the Dubai Championship
Federer Vs Sampras - Who Reigns Supreme?
The article compares Roger Federer and Pete Sampras - two of men's tennis greatest legends in an attempt to discover which of the two is the greater player.
Djokovic Crushes Federer to Seal Final Spot
Australian Open: Novak Djovokic will face Wilfried Tsonga in Sunday's Australian Open after beating Roger Federer in straight sets
Federer v Djokovic - As It Happened
Australian Open: Who will join Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final? Find out with Paolo Bandini NOW
Federer Brushes Blake Aside to Set Up Semi With Djokovic
Australian Open: Roger Federer set up an enticing semi-final with Novak Djokovic with a typically comprehensive victory over James Blake in three sets
Djokovic Dismantles Ferrer to Reach Semi-finals
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic set up a likely semi-final with Roger Federer by thrashing fifth seed David Ferrer in three sets.
Deadly Djokovic Ends Aussie Hopes
Perhaps Roger Federer should stay up late more often. The defending champion revealed he had staved off sleep to see some of Lleyton Hewitt's marathon win over Marcos Baghdatis - a match that did not finish until 4.33am on Sunday morning - but the defending champion showed few signs of tiredness as he beat No13 seed Thomas Berdych in straight sets 6-4, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3.
Night Owl Federer Swoops Past Berdych
Perhaps Roger Federer should stay up late more often. The defending champion revealed he had staved off sleep to see some of Lleyton Hewitt's marathon win over Marcos Baghdatis - a match that did not finish until 4.33am on Sunday morning - but the defending champion showed few signs of tiredness as he beat No13 seed Thomas Berdych in straight sets 6-4, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3.
Business As Usual As Federer Sweeps Past Santoro
Just another sunny day in Melbourne, just another imperious victory for Roger Federer. The reigning champion swept aside Fabrice Santoro 6-1, 6-2, 6-0 to book a place in the third round of the Australian Open.
Federer v Hartfield: As It Happened
Tennis: Game-by-game report: Will Roger Federer cruise through to the second round? Find out with Lawrence Booth NOW
Federer Storms Past Hapless Hartfield
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer breezed past Argentina's Diego Hartfield winning in straight sets 6-0, 6-3, 6-0
Federer and Henin Named Itf World Champions
After dominating the calendar year Roger Federer and Justine Henin have been named 2007 ITF World Champions
Federer Stunned By González Fightback
Tennis: Chile's Fernando González comes from set down to beat Roger Federer at Masters Cup.
Wimbledon: Roger Federer Beats Rafael Nadal to Win the Men's Singles Final
Tennis: Men's singles final: Roger Federer beat Rafael Nadal in an epic five-set contest to win his fifth successive title.
Wimbledon 2007: Follow the Men's Final Between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal With Our Live Game-by-game Report
Tennis: Can Nadal stop Federer from making it five in a row? Follow the action with Mike Adamson NOW!
Wimbledon: Federer Still on Course for History
Tennis: Roger Federer remains comfortably on course to equal Bjorn Borg's five consecutive Wimbledon singles titles.
Federer v Ferrero - Live!
Tennis: Game-by-game report: Will the champion breeze through to the semis. Find out with Tom Lutz NOW.
Tennis: Nadal Digs Deep to Remain on Course for Federer Showdown
Rafa Nadal put his fans through another five set thriller before emerging to claim a quarter-final place.
Tennis: Deft Federer Defies the Drizzle With Deadly Gentleness
Roger Federer's deftness of touch makes the game look just too easy, says Richard Williams.
Tennis: Five's Alive for Federer
Roger Federer is looking to win Wimbledon for the fifth year running, Jon Henderson meets a man determined to break records.
French Open: Roger Federer Dispatches Nikolay Davydenko to Reach Final
Tennis: Roger Federer books his place in the French Open final after a straight-sets win over Nikolay Davydenko.
French Open: Record Breaking Roger Federer Blows Tommy Robredo Away
Tennis: Roger Federer won his 36th successive set in grand slams to breeze past Tommy Robredo and break a record he held with John McEnroe.
Tennis: Federer Puts Squeeze on King
By losing to Roger Federer in Hamburg, Rafael Nadal's grip on his third straight French Open title looks less certain.
Federer Faces Tough Time at Roland Garros
Tennis: The French Open draw made life tough for Roger Federer as he goes after that elusive last Grand Slam title.
Rome Masters: Roger Federer Thrashed By Italian Unknown
Tennis: Roger Federer's dismal season on clay continued as he was humbled 6-2, 6-4 by Italian wildcard Filippo Volandri in the Rome Masters.
Tennis: Nadal Claims Federer Scalp in Battle of the Surfaces
Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer in the 'Battle of the Surfaces' after the world's two best players produced another epic in Mallorca.
Tennis: Roger Federer Loses to Guillermo Canas in Sony Ericcsson Open
Guillermo Canas stuns world No1 for second time in two weeks at Sony Ericsson Open.
Tennis: Roger Federer Loses in First Round of the Masters Series in Indian Wells
Unbeaten run ends with defeat to Guillermo Canas at Indian Wells.
Tennis: Federer Braces Himself for Hot Blast From Chile
Australian Open: The boisterous form of Chilean, Fernando Gonzalez might be enough to test a below par Roger Federer, says Jon Henderson.
Australian Open: Gonzalez Batters Haas to Book Federer Clash
Tennis: Fernando Gonzalez will face Roger Federer Australian Open final.
Tennis: Flawless Federer Crushes Roddick
Australian Open: Defending champion Roger Federer has reached the final without dropping a set after a easing past Andy Roddick 6-4, 6-0, 6-2.
Tennis: Federer Disposes of Youzhny in Three Sets to Maintain Flawless Start to Australian Open
Australian Open: A 6-3, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5) victory over Mikhail Youzhny means Roger Federer has reached the fourth round without losing a set.
Tennis: Imperious Federer Eases Past Bjorkman and Into Third Round
Australian Open: Roger Federer looked back to his best as he cruised past Jonas Bjorkman 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.
Tennis: Federer Rules Again
David Nalbandian courted further controversy, but still lost to Roger Federer in straight sets.
Federer Made to Work
Tennis: Roger Federer dropped his first set of this year's US Open, but still eased into the semi-finals with a four-set victory over James Blake.
Murray Claims Federer Scalp
Tennis: Andy Murray tonight became only the second player to beat Roger Federer this year, winning in straight sets in Cincinnati.
Four in a Row for Federer
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer took care of Rafael Nadal in four pulsating sets to retain his title.
Wimbledon: Federer Wary of the Spanish Bull
Tennis: Roger Federer may not have lost a set, but he should underestimate the 'bull' at his peril, says Will Buckley.
Wimbledon: Federer Eases Into Final
Tennis: The Swiss came close to perfection in his victory over Jonas Bjorkman, reports Paul Weaver.
Federer Marches on
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer moved closer to a fourth successive Wimbledon with a straight-sets trouncing of Mario Ancic in the quarter-finals.
Wimbledon: Federer Lacks True Rival
Tennis: Peerless champion lacks true rivals so must beat lesser lights at their own game, writes Will Buckley.
Tennis: Federer Fends Off Rugged Rochus
Roger Federer 's 6-7, 7-6, 7-6 victory over Olivier Rochus at the Halle International puts him within two wins of Bjorn Borg's grass-court record.
Tennis: Nadal Beats Federer in Paris
Roger Federer's bid to make tennis history by holding all four major titles at once has been ended by his clay court nemesis, Rafael Nadal.
Tennis: Rain Fails to Slow Dominant Federer
World No1 Roger Federer continued his bid for a first ever French Open with an easy stroll over Alejandro Falla.
Federer Adds to Grand Slam Tally
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer dropped the first set but outplayed a tired Marcos Baghdatis to win yet another title in Melbourne.
Federer v Baghdatis As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Cheeky Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis comes up against Roger Federer in the men's final. Follow it live with Georgina Turner.
Federer v Baghdatis - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Cheeky Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis comes up against Roger Federer in the men's final. Follow it live with Georgina Turner.
Tennis: Divine Federer Confronts 'the 13th God'
Roger Federer's winning run on hard courts stands at 51 but Marcos Baghdatis may have more than just supporters on his side.
Federer v Kiefer As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolas Kiefer take advantage of Roger Federer's wobble in form? Find out with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Hits Form and Hits Kiefer in Four
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer found some of his old form to beat Nicolas Kiefer to a final place.
Federer v Kiefer - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolas Kiefer take advantage of Roger Federer's wobble in form? Find out with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer v Davydenko As It Happened
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolay Davydenko halt the Fed Express? Find out live with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Holds on for Semis
Tennis: Australian Open: Nicolas Kiefer is in the semi-finals after a gruelling match with Sebastien Grosjean.
Federer v Davydenko - Live!
Tennis: Australian Open: Can Nicolay Davydenko halt the Fed Express? Find out live with Georgina Turner from 8.30am.
Federer Digs Deep to Stave Off Haas Fightback
Tennis: Roger Federer survives five-set scare against Tommy Haas to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open.
No Sweat for Federer
Tennis: Australian Open: Roger Federer demolished Florian Mayer in straight sets as Andy Murray crashed out of the doubles.
Tennis: Nalbandian Battles Back to End Federer's Final Run
David Nalbandian fought back from two sets to love down to beat the world number one in the final of the Tennis Masters Cup in Shanghai.
Tennis: Federer Helps to Save Masters From Loss of Face
Roger Federer injected some much-needed excitement into the moribund Masters Cup with a battling win over Ivan Ljubicic.
Federer Toughs Out Masters Victory
Tennis: Roger Federer edged towards his third straight title at the injury-ravaged Masters Cup with a win over Ivan Ljubicic.
Tennis: Federer Made to Battle in Shanghai
Roger Federer overcame David Nalbandian in Shanghai having trailed 3-1 in the deciding set.
Tennis: Only an Ankle Can Prevent Federer Being Master
Stephen Bierley believes the only thing that can stop Roger Federer from claiming his third consecutive Masters Cup is his injured ankle.
Davis Cup: Federer Wipes Floor With Macken
Tennis: Roger Federer barely broke sweat as he slaughtered Great Britain No9 Alan Mackin in the Davis Cup World Group play-off.
Tennis: Mackin to Face Federer in Davis Cup Gamble
Andy Murray's fellow Scot Alan Mackin, the world No262, will face the world No1 in tomorrow's crucial Davis Cup rubber.
Tennis: Federer Threat Puts Bates in a Spin
Jeremy Bates must decide whether Andy Murray is ready to face Roger Federer ahead of Britain's crucial Davis Cup clash with Switzerland.
Federer Beats Agassi to Claim Us Crown
Tennis: Andre Agassi labelled Roger Federer the best player he had ever faced after the Swiss maestro won his sixth grand slam title.
Tennis: Federer Ends Agassi's Dream
Roger Federer overcame a partisan atmosphere and an inspired Andre Agassi in four sets to retain his US Open title at Flushing Meadows.
Tennis: Federer Magic Silences Doubters
Before Roger Federer's quarter-final against David Nalbandian the world No1 had dropped only one set in the US Open this year. And if it was accepted that the radiance was a little dimmed, the purity of his shots a little less than perfect, most expected him to raise his game when the necessity...
Federer Next for Resilient Hewitt
Tennis: Lleyton Hewitt's reward for a gruelling five-set victory in the quarter-final? A date with the world No1, who's beaten him eight times in a row.
Tennis: Federer Forced to Turn Ugly
Roger Federer was poor by his standards, but still beat Nicolas Kiefer in four sets to reach the US Open quarter-finals.
Federer Determines to Complete His Set on French Clay
Tennis: Having won his third Wimbledon title, Roger Federer's thoughts have drifted to the crushed brick of Roland Garros.
Flawless Federer Can Rewrite the Record Books
Tennis: Roger Federer beat Andy Roddick to become the eighth player to win the men's singles title for three successive years.
Federer Retains Wimbledon Title
Tennis: Roger Federer has beaten Andy Roddick 6-2, 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 to secure his third Wimbledon title in succession.
Roger Federer Profile
Tennis: Roger Federer is not just the best tennis player in the world, he could well go down in history as the best ever. And today, the nice man from Basle aims to grab his third Wimbledon title. Denis Campbell
Federer - the Best There's Every Been?
Tennis: It is not merely Roger Federer's achievements that are remarkable, argues Will Buckley, but the manner in which they have been achieved.
Wimbledon 2005: Flawless Federer Leaves Hewitt in His Wake
Tennis: Roger Federer dispatched the world No2 Leyton Hewitt in straight sets to reach the Wimbledon final and record his eighth straight victory over the Australian.
Federer Finds Hewitt a Breeze
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer booked his place in the men's final with a straight sets win over Lleyton Hewitt.
Federer v Hewitt - Live!
Tennis: Wimbledon: Can Lleyton Hewitt stop Roger Federer winning his third title at SW19? Follow it NOW with Xan Brooks.
Federer Surges Into Semis
Tennis: Men: Roger Federer stayed on course for a third successive Wimbledon title with a 7-5, 6-2, 7-6 quarter-final win over Fernando González.
Federer v González - How It Unfolded
Tennis: Game-by-game report: See how Roger Federer made it 34 grass-court wins in a row by beating Fernando González in straight sets.
Federer - González - Live!
Tennis: Game-by-game report: See if Fernándo González can upset Roger Federer on men's quarter-finals day with James Dart NOW!
Federer Cruises Into the Quarter-finals
Tennis: Wimbledon: Roger Federer remained on course for a hat-trick of titles, beating Juan Carlos Ferrero in straight sets.
Federer Breezes Into Round Two
Tennis: Men: Roger Federer began his bid for a third successive title with a comfortable straight-sets victory over Paul-Henri Mathieu.
Tennis: Federer Faces Fatigue
Stephen Bierley reports on why it may not be plain sailing for reigning champion Roger Federer at Wimbledon.
Tennis: Nadal Beats Federer in Battle of Wills
The precocious Spaniard celebrates his 19th birthday by grounding world No1 Roger Federer and reaching men's final as a favourite to claim the title.
Tennis: Federer Gazes at History Over Clay Summit
Could Rafael Nadal do a Marat Safin? The chances are slim but Roger Federer seems to be in no mood to take any chances, writes Stephen Bierley.
Tennis: Federer and Nadal Set Up Showdown
The two most successful and exciting men on the ATP tour this year breezed through their quarters to set up the semi everybody wanted to see.
Federer and Nadal Set to Square Off
Tennis: Roger Federer set up a mouthwatering French Open semi-final with Rafael Nadal as he edged closer to an elusive first title at Roland Garros.
Tennis: Federer Makes Light Work of Injured Moya
Roger Federer conserved his energy with victory in three-sets to proceed to a quarter-final against gentle Romanian giant Victor Hanescu.
Federer Off to a Flying Start
Tennis: French Open: Roger Federer looked in ominous form today as he coasted through to the second round with a straight-sets victory over Israel's Dudi Sela.
Federer Aims to Complete Set
Tennis: The French Open is the only grand slam title to elude the world No1 Roger Federer and Spain's Rafael Nadal is mounting a big challenge.
Tennis: Britain Face the Federer Mountain
The British team were happy to draw Roger Federer's Switzerland, having faced the possibility of Spain, the Davis Cup holders, or Chile.
Federer Awaits Britain in Davis Cup
Tennis: If Great Britain are to reach the hallowed world group, they'll have to go through Roger Federer in Switzerland to do so.
Tennis: Federer's Run Blown By Gasquet
Eighteen-year-old Frenchman Richard Gasquet staved off three match points to upset Roger Federer in the Monte Carlo Masters.
Tennis: Federer Survives
Chilean Fernando Gonzalez fights hard but fails to halt Roger Federer's unbeaten run.
Rusedski Can't Stop Rampant Federer
Tennis: There was to be no upset for Greg Rusedski as he won just four games in his first-round defeat to Roger Federer in Monte Carlo.
Henman Relishing Federer Showdown
Tennis: After swatting aside Radek Stepanek at the NASDAQ-100 Open in Miami, Tim Henman now has the unenviable task of taking on the world No1 in the last eight.
Tennis: Mauresmo and Federer Victorious
Amelie Mauresmo truimphed in Antwerp while men's world No1 won his 15th successive final.
Tennis: Vandals Play While Federer Licks Wounds
Jon Henderson awaits today's heavy metal men's final between Marat Safin and Lleyton Hewitt.
Tennis, Australian Open: Safin Derails the Federer Express
Marat Safin celebrated his 25th birthday in the best possible style by overcoming the holder Roger Federer in the semis in five thrilling sets.
Safin Downs Federer in Epic
Tennis: Australian Open: Marat Safin triumphed in a five-set thriller today to end Roger Federer's long unbeaten run and book a place in Sunday's final.
Agassi no match for sublime Federer
Tennis: Australian Open, men: World No1 Roger Federer continued his march to the title with a convincing straight sets win against Andre Agassi.
Agassi Fires Himself Up for Federer
Tennis: Australian Open: Andre Agassi is as excited about the prospect of playing Roger Federer in the quarter-finals as he used to be about playing Pete Sampras.
Tennis, Australian Open: Safin Primed By Coach to Give Federer a Sterner Test
Marat Safin believes he is benefiting from the advice of Peter Lundgren, Roger Federer's ex-coach, ahead of their projected semi-final clash.
Tennis: Federer Rolls on in a Class of His Own
November 23: Ten matches, 10 wins, $3m dollars in prize money and a couple of Mercedes...Roger Federer just can't help being a genius.
Federer is Master of the World
Tennis: Roger Federer capped a fine year by outplaying Lleyton Hewitt in the final of the Masters Cup.
Tennis: Federer Offers Hope of a Falter
November 20: Roger Federer's victory stretched his unbeaten run to eight matches, but Carlos Moya admitted that he did not find the champion too intimidating.
Masters Cup: Hewitt Sets Up Masters Clash With Federer
Having been beaten by Roger Federer at this years Australia and US Opens, as well as at Wimbledon, Leyton Hewitt is after revenge.
Tennis: Gaudio No Match As Regal Federer Reigns
Gastón Gaudio shook his head in amazement at Roger Federer's magic, as the Swiss champion beat the Argentinian 6-1 7-4.
Tennis: Us Open: Federer Has World Playing Catch-up
After winning the US Open, Roger Federer has cornered the market on grand slam titles and tennis superlatives.
Tennis: Federer Wins Us Open
After another display of near faultless tennis, Roger Federer crushed 2001 champion Lleyton Hewitt to take his third grand slam of the year.
Tennis: Federer Beats Henman
Tim Henman had to give another almost-victory speech after he lost 6-3 6-4 6-4 to Roger Federer.
Tennis: Federer and the Fear Factor in Henman's Path
Only the small matter of Roger Federer stands between Tim Henman and his first grand slam final in 37 attempts.
It'll All End in Tears...
Last month he took his second successive men's singles title at Wimbledon and cried on court - again. The morning after his victory, a tired but jubilant Roger Federer talked candidly to Tim Adams about fame, his temper, the pain he felt at the death of his coach and why he will always live in Switzerland.
Roger Federer - Truly a Champions' Champion
July 6: Roger Federer is loved by all tennis players for demonstrating that skill can overcome brute power.
Federer Shows Grit in His Genius to Retain the Crown
July 5: Andy Roddick's early barrage exposed some holes, but Roger Federer showed there is steel in his style.
Federer Clings Onto His Title
Roger Federer successfully defended his title with a hard-fought 4-6, 7-5, 7-6, 6-4 victory over the second seed Andy Roddick.
Federer is one of a kind
Roger Federer is the real deal. Here is an opinion of how Federer is unique in many ways and can be a part of tennis history by being the first to win all four Grand Slams in the same calendar year.
Men's Final Preview
Reigning champion Roger Federer is a potent combination of John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg, says Will Buckley
Wimbledon: Advantage Federer Before Rain Wins Again
July 3: Roger Federer looked imperious in taking a two-set 4-3 lead in his semi-final clash with Sébastien Grosjean.
Roger Federer v Sebastien Grosjean
Follow the first semi-final between Roger Federer and Sebastien Grosjean with Xan Brooks from 1.00pm.
Federer 6-1, 6-7, 6-0, 6-4 Hewitt
July 1: In between rain-breaks, Roger Federer produced tennis to banish any thoughts of Tim Henman's exit.
Hewitt to Face Federer
Men: Lleyton Hewitt will take on Roger Federer in an enticing quarter-final pairing, after the Australian defeated Carlos Moya.
Federer Travels First Class to Face Giant Giant-killer
Roger Federer, the world's most complete player, has eased himself into the fourth round and neither serve nor sweat has yet been broken.
Federer Looking Invincible
The reigning champ continues to look untouchable as he sweeps aside the challenge of Alejandro Falla.
Wimbledon: Federer Sets a Champion's Standard
June 22: Britain's Alex Bogdanovic provided the cannon fodder as Swiss title-holder Roger Federer got back into the groove.
Federer Puts Bogdanovic in His Place
Tournament favourite Roger Federer showed no mercy as he beat Briton Alex Bogdanovic in straight sets.
Stephen Bierley on Tennis: Federer and Roddick Set for Legendary Rivalry
June 18: Roger Federer and Andy Roddick set for a rivalry fit to number amongst tennis legends.
Tennis: Kuerten Magic Floors Federer
May 30: Three-times French Open champion Gustavo Kuerten put world number one Roger Federer out in the third round.
Tennis: History Says Henman Can Stop the Federer Express
Previous encounters suggest that Tim Henman will have the psychological advantage over Roger Federer in the ABN AMRO world tennis quarter-final.
Tennis: Federer Wins Australian Open
February 2: Roger Federer is the new Australian Open champion after beating an exhausted Marat Safin.
Australian Open: Federer Into Final and Clinches No1 Spot
January 31: By beating Juan Carlos Ferrero, Roger Federer clinched a place in the final and took over from Andy Roddick as world No1.
Federer Cruises Into Final
Wimbledon champion Roger Federer trounced Carlos Ferrero in straight sets today to reach his first Australian Open final and climb to the top of the world rankings. In a surprisingly one-sided semi-final, the Swiss No2 seed won 6-4, 6-1, 6-4 to set up a meeting with Russia's Marat Safin...
Australian Open: Federer Ready to Scale New Peak
January 29: The man they call the Fed Express is one semi-final win away from becoming world No1.
Swiss on a Roll As Federer Sets Semi Date With Ferrero
Roger Federer moved into the semi-finals of the Australian Open with a four-sets win over the eighth-seed Argentinian David Nalbandian at Melbourne Park. Federer always had the edge in a game full of stunningly powerful groundstrokes as he triumphed 7-5, 6-4, 5-7, 6-3. The Swiss No2 will...
Tennis: Federer's Magic Too Much for Hewitt
January 27: Roger Federer showed his Wimbledon form of last year to beat Lleyton Hewitt 4-6, 6-3, 6-0, 6-4.
Federer Looks for a Million Consolations
November 13: He may not be world No1, but Roger Federer could still pocket around £1m if he wins the Masters Cup.
Federer Primed for Nalbandian
September 2: Wimbledon champion Roger Federer strolled past James Blake to reach the US Open quarter finals yesterday.
Serve-volley Dead? No One Told Federer
It's back to the drawing board for coaches after Roger Federer's win, writes Stephen Bierley.
Federer Finds Steel to Galvanise His Skill
Swiss stylist completes transition from talented junior to grand slam winner with straight-sets demolition of Philippoussis.
Federer Rocks and Rolls But Eventually Waltzes Through
June 28: Roger Federer, who is seeded to meet Andy Roddick in the semi-finals has failed to get beyond the quarter-final stage of any slam. It is possible that may all be about to change.
Federer Hits Cruise Control
Roger Federer hit cruise control to establish himself as one of the leading contenders for the Wimbledon crown on centre court with an impressive straight-sets win over Stefan Koubek. After an unconvincing start, the fourth-seeded Swiss star moved through the gears to clinically dispose...
Federer Folds in the Red Dust
Roger Federer, the No5 seed, was beaten 7-6, 6-2, 7-6 by Luis Horna of Peru on the first day at Roland Garros as Swiss gold transformed into base metal.
Federer is Bearded By Spaniard
May 12: Spain's Felix Mantilla struck a blow for clay-court journeymen by winning the Italian Open at a sun-drenched Foro Italico.
Federer Conserves His Energy
January 17: Roger Federer, the number six seed in the Australian Open, has been conserving his energy in the early stages of the competition.
Son of Goran Lives His Dream and Fells the Favoured Federer
Roger Federer became the biggest casualty so far when the seventh seeded Swiss was stunned 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 by unknown 18-year-old Croatian qualifier Mario Ancic.
Ancic Stuns Federer
Roger Federer became the biggest casualty of this year's Wimbledon championships when the seventh seeded Swiss was stunned 6-3 7-6 6-3 by unknown 18-year-old Croatian qualifier Mario Ancic in the first round. Ancic, born in Split - the home town of Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic -...