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AO Player of the Day: Roger Federer

The Australian Open ends while it seems like Federer's winning ca

ByNiko Vercelletto

Published Jan 29, 2018

It's looking like 2018 may be another career year for Roger Federer. Grand Slam No. 20 is in his trophy cabinet after he defeated Marin Cilic, 6-2, 6-7, 6-3, 3-6, 6-1. Federer didn't lose a set on his way to the final.

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His sixth Aussie Open title ties Novak Djokovic and Roy Emerson, as well as, of course, becoming the first man to win 20 Grand Slam titles. It's an incredible feat, one that was even worthy of a call from the President of Switzerland after the match.

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This fortnight marks the first time Federer has defended a Grand Slam since 2008.