The Basel native’s humility was on display as he reflected on the achievement following the match. For Federer, it was a team effort.
“This one’s for the boys,” said the 33 year old. “This is not for me, this is for them.”
He and Stan Wawrinka teamed to clinch the doubles rubber on Saturday after Wawrinka earned the first point of the tie with a four-set win over Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. Federer admitted that while the title was important, it does not mark the final piece of the puzzle in his illustrious career.
“Everybody worked incredibly hard to get me match ready and Stan has put in so much effort over the years and played an unbelievable weekend. That’s what gave me the opportunity today. I’m very much aware of that.”
Coupled with a run to the final at the ATP World Tour Finals, the victory gives Federer considerable momentum in his quest for 1,000 match wins. Currently at No. 996, he will vie for the milestone at the season-opening Brisbane International in January. The 2014 runner-up to Lleyton Hewitt, he would clinch the feat with a run to the title.
Last week, the Swiss made a record 13th consecutive appearance at the season finale, where he reached his ninth final. Additionally, his 17 wins against the Top 10 are the most since 2007.
“I’m unbelievably happy,” added Federer. “It’s an amazing feeling to be celebrating with my friends. It was just a great match, great atmosphere, a beautiful weekend for tennis… I’m happy I was able to stay calm and play a good match when I had to and I’m happy for all the guys on the team.”
Date: 24th November 2014, Source: ATP
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