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1/4/12 2:19 PM | Johan Lindahl
While Rafael Nadal once enjoyed the reputation as a tennis ironman, it may actually be rival Roger Federer who has the edge in physical staying power over the Spanish specimen.
Federer admitted that he's often played through pain during his world-beating career as he started the ATP season with a win in Doha.
"I never worry at moments like now that I won't hold up for the entire season," said the Swiss holder. "I plan decently and well, so I manage all the expectations for myself. Sometimes you just go through tougher moments.
"It's part of a good player, being able to put that aside and still play good tennis. I promise you I had a lot of pain throughout my career, and I've managed to play with it."
The 30-year-old comes into the season with a 17-match win streak which resulted in titles at his last three 2011 events at Basel, Paris and the World Tour Finals in London. He says that is due to the way he looks well into the future and not just week-to-week.
"You must look at the big picture, longevity, not just thinking in the very moment. I didn't panic after some really tough losses through the summer (he held two match points against Novak Djokovic in a brutal US Open semi-final).
"I was able to actually not only just maintain a good level of play but I almost increased it towards the end of the season. I'm happy to see I'm holding up well. I definitely think that's a key to success, as much as playing well and being well prepared."
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nad, lol...hilarious stuff...:)))
natashao , 1/4/12 10:03 PM
Exactly Roger. Wise words as usual. There's no need for drama.
We'll leave that to the drama king. lol
bleck , 1/5/12 9:49 AM
hehehe.... Federer admiting something.... LOL...
New MiRka's PR stunt.... under the pain....ROFL...
zare , 1/5/12 3:33 PM
Feds defo reaping the rewards of wise schedule management and rarely complains about being injured, all credit to him.
mojo , 1/5/12 9:45 PM
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Federer will be voted the '2012 Pain Absorber'. Watch this space.
nadline , 1/4/12 8:57 PM