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Federer started with a victory in Dubai 

Federer started with a victory in Dubai

22.02.2011

Roger Federer began his participation in the Masters Tournament 500 with a victory in Dubai. Only 75 minutes Federer beat Somdev Devarman (India) 6:3, 6:3. So in the second round Federer will play Spaniard Marcel Granoyers who unexpectedly wins easily with 6:1, 6:3 weary Dmitry Tursunov.

In the first match of Australian Open Federer has felt comfortable on court against Indian talent and was able to show part of its arsenal, which assess the public in Dubai. Last year, Federer missed the tournament and now it was really warm welcome.

Federer took lightly the first set after just one break for 6:3. He often managed to go out of network and end points with volleys attractive.

In the second set Devarman had slightly more chances, missed two break points, but despite its serious efforts, failed to hinder the great champion.

Federer is the four-time champion in Dubai (2003-2005, 2007) and perz this season will try to stop the series of Novak Djokovic, who has two consecutive titles.

Djokovic also launched successfully 6:3, 6:3, but over Michael Llodra (France).



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