US open 2008

Wow what a match between the top seeds in both men and women tennis players in the world. Roger Federer (picture above) , the number 2 seed, won his match against the not so well known player from Britain, Andy Murray and Serena Williams beat the Serbian number 2 seed, Jelena Jankovic to win the tournament in both men and women categories respectively. The triumph by Serena Williams in this tournament made her the number 1 seed, the number 1 tennis player in the world. What a sweet accomplishment for both Roger and Serena. Roger needed this win because a lot of people are saying that he is not in his best shape coming in this tournament, he was dethroned from the number 1 spot by Rafael Nadal last month after the olympics but his win here in the US open brought his confidence and strength back.


It was so moving to watch the different matches of the tournament. All of the matches were so breath taking and exhilarating that i was always on the edge of my seat while watching it. For me the best match of the tournament I have to say, was the semi-final match of the Williams sisters. I was so routing for Venus to win but I think the younger Serena is more toned physically and mentally, still it was a match for the record books. The match was talked about everywhere, even the hosts of the famous talk show The View can't help but applaud the sisters for their determination and dedication to the game.


I hope that a lot of our young people now will follow in the foot steps of these great athletes. I know there will be only one Serena, only one Federer but there will always be someone to succeed them, it's a very big shoe to fill in so it will be difficult to find someone near their calibre. So for the next generation of top seeded players good luck and best wishes.