I've always felt like Federer was too dominant, they had to slow down the courts for others to have a chance. No one will beat this form of Federer at such a fast paced court.
Agassi’s game aged the best of all the Americans. Sampras’ style of play got old fast with the new rackets and polyester strings. After 2000 his game was becoming obsolete, Chang lost his wheels after 1996. Courier after 1997 was washed up. Agassi’s game translated very well to the modern game. He began to use the polyester strings, got slimmer and fitter. After the age of 29 he won 5 grand slams.
2004 Federer was my favorite Federer. He used to lift his right leg when serving and also hitting his forehand, and that gave the shots extra whip. He was near unstoppable.
This near retirement phase was clearly Agassi's peak in his entire career performance. If he would have played like this during his career he would have won many many more majors.
federer was from another planet. now new young guys on internet call weak era to those past days cos they didnt born for see the beggning of tennis... look federer 2000 to 2005 playing all time with number 1 or ex number 1, all champions from atleast 1 gs, best top ten from in that moment, nalbandian safin rodick agassi ferrero davydenko and more that cant remember (all champions of 1 master 1000). while now the top ten player reach 1 or 2 finals on the whole year... if there is a new weak era is this right now. no top ten players for the last 6 or 7 years.
I recall watching this match live Federer lead by 2 sets to 1 and then the match was interrupted by rain. When the match resumed on day 2 we experienced some really tricky windy conditions, Federer finally prevailed in 5 sets but a 34 year old Agassi fought very hard and gave a good account of himself. This guy started playing in 1986 but his game was way ahead of his time. His serve wasn't the biggest on tour but his foot speed, court positioning, return of serve and punishing ground strokes made him a treat to watch and a nightmare to play against. His double handed backhand was as good if not better than anybody who has played this great sport. At 5 feet 11 he wasn't really tall but it was still very difficult to get the ball out of his strike zone.
I remember watching this on a Thursday night in college. Being my 2 favorite players of all time, this was the most fun enjoyable match I've ever seen. The points were just unbelievable.
Old Agassi took him to the 5 setter and the courts were already slowed down,imagine prime Sampras or even Becker,Edberg and Andre as well,on old fast hard and grass,I won’t say Rodger would definitely lose,because he is a genius,but it wouldn’t be easy for him.
Agassi era un monstruo incluso a los 34 años. Federer le ganó por el saque. El bajo nivel de la generación del 2000 se hace evidente cuando se compara el nivel de juego de Agassi (generación 80's) y el del eventual finalista de ese US Open, Leyton Hewitt.
Man, Agassi was so good. Can't get over how well he challenged peak Federer while himself an old man. Agassi appreciation week should be a thing.
Ahh, back when the US Open used DecoTurf courts that actually had some speed.
I've always felt like Federer was too dominant, they had to slow down the courts for others to have a chance. No one will beat this form of Federer at such a fast paced court.
Agassi’s game aged the best of all the Americans. Sampras’ style of play got old fast with the new rackets and polyester strings. After 2000 his game was becoming obsolete, Chang lost his wheels after 1996. Courier after 1997 was washed up. Agassi’s game translated very well to the modern game. He began to use the polyester strings, got slimmer and fitter. After the age of 29 he won 5 grand slams.
Agassi always controls the center of the court even when he loses.
2004 Federer was my favorite Federer. He used to lift his right leg when serving and also hitting his forehand, and that gave the shots extra whip. He was near unstoppable.
This near retirement phase was clearly Agassi's peak in his entire career performance. If he would have played like this during his career he would have won many many more majors.
federer was from another planet. now new young guys on internet call weak era to those past days cos they didnt born for see the beggning of tennis... look federer 2000 to 2005 playing all time with number 1 or ex number 1, all champions from atleast 1 gs, best top ten from in that moment, nalbandian safin rodick agassi ferrero davydenko and more that cant remember (all champions of 1 master 1000). while now the top ten player reach 1 or 2 finals on the whole year... if there is a new weak era is this right now. no top ten players for the last 6 or 7 years.
I recall watching this match live Federer lead by 2 sets to 1 and then the match was interrupted by rain. When the match resumed on day 2 we experienced some really tricky windy conditions, Federer finally prevailed in 5 sets but a 34 year old Agassi fought very hard and gave a good account of himself. This guy started playing in 1986 but his game was way ahead of his time. His serve wasn't the biggest on tour but his foot speed, court positioning, return of serve and punishing ground strokes made him a treat to watch and a nightmare to play against. His double handed backhand was as good if not better than anybody who has played this great sport. At 5 feet 11 he wasn't really tall but it was still very difficult to get the ball out of his strike zone.
My two favorite players of all time! Huge fan of Agassi growing up and huge fan of Fed as an adult!
Both guys taking the ball so soon off the rise. Crazy aggression in their matches.
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I remember watching this on a Thursday night in college. Being my 2 favorite players of all time, this was the most fun enjoyable match I've ever seen. The points were just unbelievable.
Lol the wind was so crazy this match.
I wonder how tennis would be had Sampras played through his 30s.
Old Agassi took him to the 5 setter and the courts were already slowed down,imagine prime Sampras or even Becker,Edberg and Andre as well,on old fast hard and grass,I won’t say Rodger would definitely lose,because he is a genius,but it wouldn’t be easy for him.
Agassi is a classy guy
you'll never see a QF of a slam with Fed in it and the stands that empty
I love Federer. He is the greatest
Agassi era un monstruo incluso a los 34 años. Federer le ganó por el saque. El bajo nivel de la generación del 2000 se hace evidente cuando se compara el nivel de juego de Agassi (generación 80's) y el del eventual finalista de ese US Open, Leyton Hewitt.