So we all know the Swiss are famous for fine watches, chocolates, cheeses… and tennis.
The last of which is primarily due to the classy legend himself - Roger Federer.
And yet with only a population of circa 8 million – they’ve been able to produce another world top 5 tennis player… Stan Wawrinka.
The two came up against each other at the year-end ATP Tennis Tour Finals in London.
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Arriving at the 02 arena in South-East London.
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Stan Wawrinka
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vs the GOAT himself Roger Federer
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grabbed a programme and as you can see the watch of choice tonight was a Big Pilot 'Tribute to Japan'
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The tournament only consists of the top 8 mens players of the year, playing a unique round-robin format until elimination rounds. Tonight’s match was a semi-final between the two Swiss.
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It’s a great atmosphere and very well executed tournament.
It’s on its 6 year in London and will likely go to 7, although was only originally supposed to be 5 before changing cities.
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Go Swiss!
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Unique lighting
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Not quite the smooth as butter - reliable as (swiss) clockwork - Federer like a couple of nights ago obliterating Andy Murray 6-0 6-1.
But yet the Maestro finds a way - and fights back against FOUR match points to win a 3-set thriller. Best of luck in tomorrow’s Finals Final against Djokovic.
Thanks for looking.
Regards,
Thang
