Federer's Schedule for 2017

[Front242]

I must also mention that those who fail to play the required four 500s will also incur a financial penalty. But, this penalty is not out of pocket from the player. The commitment players get some extra financial benefits (besides the prize money from each tourney, sponsors, appearance fee) from ATP. There is a pool of money which is distributed as per the rules specified by ATP (basically based on ranking and behavior). Those who do not play the required four will get less than what their share would be otherwise from this pool (due to bad behavior).

Very interesting. Financially it will not matter to Fed, but maybe he won't want to be seen as exhibiting "bad behaviour"?

I guess we'll know soon enough!

He will be seen as exhibiting "bad behavior". But, this is not the first time. He has not played four 500s several years.

Even financially, it is not a fine or penalty; It is just that instead of earning more from the pool, he will get little bit less.

I don't see any chance of Fed playing MC (even if he loses in the first round in Miami). He likes long breaks. He will take five or six continuous weeks of break after Miami.

He could say he has a sore elbow. There. Problem solved.

 

[Frode789]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

 

[Fiero425]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

It only makes sense to me! If he goes deep in MIAMI, MC is the last place he needs to jet off to with his family in tow! :nono :cover - - - http://fiero4251.blogspot.com/2016/08/fan-page-novak-nole-djokovic.html - -

 

[Frode789]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

It only makes sense to me! If he goes deep in MIAMI, MC is the last place he needs to jet off to with his family in tow! :nono :cover - - - http://fiero4251.blogspot.com/2016/08/fan-page-novak-nole-djokovic.html - -

:nono :s :cover

 

[GameSetAndMath]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

As expected. No surprise and a good decision.

 

[Fiero425]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

As expected. No surprise and a good decision.

The Fed sycophants need a serious reality check! A couple good wins and they think Roger's back, in his prime, and ready to take on the world! :nono :cover

 

[Frode789]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

As expected. No surprise and a good decision.

Was hoping he would do MC rather than Rome. Is all. I never expected him to do many clay events before RG. At most two.

 

[mightyjeditribble]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

Actually this only says that he's not on the player entry list. Given that he wasn't going to decide anything before the end of Miami, does it mean anything? He could still take a wildcard.

Not that I expect him to or think that he should!

Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

 

[isabelle]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

he hasn't played it for a long time, not a big surprise, after Miami, his fans must wait till Roma to see him back

 

[Frode789]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

he hasn't played it for a long time, not a big surprise, after Miami, his fans must wait till Roma to see him back

Though, he hasn't said he's playing Rome either.

I just wanted him to play MC, as he hasn't won it before I guess we'll see after Miami what events (if any) he wants to play before RG.

 

[isabelle]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

he hasn't played it for a long time, not a big surprise, after Miami, his fans must wait till Roma to see him back

Though, he hasn't said he's playing Rome either.

I just wanted him to play MC, as he hasn't won it before I guess we'll see after Miami what events (if any) he wants to play before RG.

I thought he said he'ld play Roma, maybe it'll be Madrid ? he was unlucky in MC, I guess he's not in love with this tourney

 

[Frode789]

The most recent is that he said (20th March):

" I will make the plan for the remainder of the season, especially for the clay, after Miami, and then see also what the goals are because the goals are clearly changing after this dream start."

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/tennis/2017/03/20/roger-federer-elevates-season-targets-indian-wells-triumph-continues/

So currently, none really knows for sure what he will do.

And before Miami (February):

"It is not too hard then to understand why no clay court tournament, bar the French Open, appears on his tentative schedule for 2017.

"I know the French’s going to be hard just because I would have to put in so much work in the clay-court season to be really perfectly ready for the French, and even than there’s no guarantee," said Federer.


"So I have to ask myself the question: How much am I going to put into it, into the French Open?" "

http://www.thenational.ae/sport/tennis/dubai-duty-free-tennis-championships-roger-federer-avoids-the-clay-to-mould-2017-campaign

 

[Shivashish Sarkar]

Looks like fed is skipping MC, sadly.

http://www.watson.ch/Sport-News/articles/281817210-Federer-definitiv-nicht-in-Monte-Carlo-+++-Plattfuss-stoppt-Sauser-und-Kulhavy

As expected. No surprise and a good decision.

The Fed sycophants need a serious reality check! A couple good wins and they think Roger's back, in his prime, and ready to take on the world! :nono :cover

Roger might not be in a position to play 22 tournaments in a year but he is playing some of his best tennis.

 

[lob]

The Fed sycophants need a serious reality check! A couple good wins and they think Roger's back, in his prime, and ready to take on the world! :nono :cover

I hear where you are coming from, although you state it provocatively. At 35, this last 2017 run is in itself a big surprise. It's not just some of RF's fans but primarily the media that creates this narrative of the Federer 'immortal phoenix'. It's a feel good story that sells. The media did the exact same thing in the last few years of Agassi's career. Also, every year after the Australian open, the tennis world starts speculating that the the AO champion will go on a tear.

The plain fact of the matter is that during the past four years, Federer has won one AO, two Cincinnatis, a Shanghai and an Indian Wells. He hasn't won an WTF in that period. One Grand slam, four ATP 1000s. That win record record is impressive for his age but is roughly on par with what Agassi did in a comparable stage of his career. The media also created a circus around Agassi in those years. We just have to keep things in perspective.

 

[Fiero425]

The Fed sycophants need a serious reality check! A couple good wins and they think Roger's back, in his prime, and ready to take on the world! :nono :cover

I hear where you are coming from, although you state it provocatively. At 35, this last 2017 run is in itself a big surprise. It's not just some of RF's fans but primarily the media that creates this narrative of the Federer 'immortal phoenix'. It's a feel good story that sells. The media did the exact same thing in the last few years of Agassi's career. Also, every year after the Australian open, the tennis world starts speculating that the the AO champion will go on a tear.

The plain fact of the matter is that during the past four years, Federer has won one AO, two Cincinnatis, a Shanghai and an Indian Wells. He hasn't won an WTF in that period. One Grand slam, four ATP 1000s. That win record record is impressive for his age but is roughly on par with what Agassi did in a comparable stage of his career. The media also created a circus around Agassi in those years. We just have to keep things in perspective.

At least it made sense with Agassi; he was from the States! Fed's an international figure! I don't understand the sentiment I guess! I've been involved in tennis for over 45 years; ya have to move on! No one player lasts forever even though Both Martinas seem to be trying their bests! We adjust from one favorite to another; ya have to or you might as well give up on the game when they retire! I started with Laver, Borg, & Goolagong, moved onto Martina, Lendl, & Edberg! Hingis took over for Navratilova, then added Sabatini & Sampras! To tell you the truth, I loved the way Fed plays, but have been nauseated by the so called rivalry of Fedal which is still overhyped and untrue! Nadal owned Fed from day one and beat him on all surfaces! These last 3 losses of Rafa only proves "he's more done" than Roger who's won a major and Masters at this stage in his career! Can we promise the same from Nadal? Anything's possible, but not likely! We'll see! :angel: :dodgy: :cover - - - - http://fiero4251.blogspot.com/2016/08/fan-page-novak-nole-djokovic.html - - -

 

[Shivashish Sarkar]

The Fed sycophants need a serious reality check! A couple good wins and they think Roger's back, in his prime, and ready to take on the world! :nono :cover

I hear where you are coming from, although you state it provocatively. At 35, this last 2017 run is in itself a big surprise. It's not just some of RF's fans but primarily the media that creates this narrative of the Federer 'immortal phoenix'. It's a feel good story that sells. The media did the exact same thing in the last few years of Agassi's career. Also, every year after the Australian open, the tennis world starts speculating that the the AO champion will go on a tear.

The plain fact of the matter is that during the past four years, Federer has won one AO, two Cincinnatis, a Shanghai and an Indian Wells. He hasn't won an WTF in that period. One Grand slam, four ATP 1000s. That win record record is impressive for his age but is roughly on par with what Agassi did in a comparable stage of his career. The media also created a circus around Agassi in those years. We just have to keep things in perspective.

Beautiful, Federer did not deserve any of the applause he got.

I person 35.5 years old coming back from an injury-caused hiatus of 6 months, seeded no. 17 in a GS draw, comes through the tough draw. He beats Berdych, Nishikori, Wawrinka, Nadal. This is not sensational! Rightly said, it's not even sensational! Right? He beat his rival for the first time in 10 years in a slam at the age of 35. He got his biggest weakness against Rafa to work to his advantage and conquered his rival in a slam final. He pushed his limit to do the unthinkable trying to bring joy to his fans for a final time. Not cool, not significant, rightly said. :clap

The media did the right thing by giving the attention and admiration that was due. This is not to call Federer the god of tennis or something, probably, even GOAT. But just please take things in their stride.

 

[lob]

At least it made sense with Agassi; he was from the States! Fed's an international figure! I don't understand the sentiment I guess! I've been involved in tennis for over 45 years; ya have to move on!\

My guess is that this down to the player's 'likability factor', personality, celebrity image and how successful the player's endorsement team is. Also internet/twitter/facebook etc. play a role here. 'Family Man' image and longevity help too.

Sampras, Lendl and Carl Lewis were giant American champions. No dice with media. Tiger Woods had it until the scandal. Usain Bolt is not from the States but loved everywhere including in the States. Michael Phelps is American and more successful than Bolt but not as well loved. Djokovic has almost no traction with media. Beckham and Christiano Ronaldo do, even in the States.

 

[Fiero425]

At least it made sense with Agassi; he was from the States! Fed's an international figure! I don't understand the sentiment I guess! I've been involved in tennis for over 45 years; ya have to move on!\

My guess is that this down to the player's 'likability factor', personality, celebrity image and how successful the player's endorsement team is. Also internet/twitter/facebook etc. play a role here. 'Family Man' image and longevity help too.

Sampras, Lendl and Carl Lewis were giant American champions. No dice with media. Tiger Woods had it until the scandal. Usain Bolt is not from the States but loved everywhere including in the States. Michael Phelps is American and more successful than Bolt but not as well loved. Djokovic has almost no traction with media. Beckham and Christiano Ronaldo do, even in the States.

That's what I'm talking about! The world is so fickle; accepting a wife-beater and cheat at times, but if they don't give an autograph, they're a demon incarnate! uzzled :nono :angel: :cover

 

[lob]

Beautiful, Federer did not deserve any of the applause he got.

I person 35.5 years old coming back from an injury-caused hiatus of 6 months, seeded no. 17 in a GS draw, comes through the tough draw. He beats Berdych, Nishikori, Wawrinka, Nadal. This is not sensational! Rightly said, it's not even sensational! Right? He beat his rival for the first time in 10 years in a slam at the age of 35. He got his biggest weakness against Rafa to work to his advantage and conquered his rival in a slam final. He pushed his limit to do the unthinkable trying to bring joy to his fans for a final time. Not cool, not significant, rightly said. :clap

The media did the right thing by giving the attention and admiration that was due. This is not to call Federer the god of tennis or something, probably, even GOAT. But just please take things in their stride.

You are putting words in my mouth. Who said anything about deserving applause or media doing the wrong thing? The point is that the reaction is more frenzied than warranted. It's not Roger's fault. Nor was it Agassi's fault. It's cool and amazing for us Roger fans but it's not earth shattering if put in perspective. Beating Nadal in the final was astonishing but hey Nadal too was 30+. You can't erase a decade of absolute butt kicking with that victory. Nishikori and Berdych?

Sampras' 2002 USO is in the same league. Age 32. Seeded 17. Eliminated in second round at Wimbledon by No. 145. Lost to no 70 and no 85 a week before US open. He beat Roddick and Agassi to win. Or take Novak's 2014 Wimbledon to 2015 RG run. No one has done that since Laver. The media didn't notice those two achievements in this fashion.

 

[Shivashish Sarkar]

Beautiful, Federer did not deserve any of the applause he got.

I person 35.5 years old coming back from an injury-caused hiatus of 6 months, seeded no. 17 in a GS draw, comes through the tough draw. He beats Berdych, Nishikori, Wawrinka, Nadal. This is not sensational! Rightly said, it's not even sensational! Right? He beat his rival for the first time in 10 years in a slam at the age of 35. He got his biggest weakness against Rafa to work to his advantage and conquered his rival in a slam final. He pushed his limit to do the unthinkable trying to bring joy to his fans for a final time. Not cool, not significant, rightly said. :clap

The media did the right thing by giving the attention and admiration that was due. This is not to call Federer the god of tennis or something, probably, even GOAT. But just please take things in their stride.

You are putting words in my mouth. Who said anything about deserving applause or media doing the wrong thing? The point is that the reaction is more frenzied than warranted. It's not Roger's fault. Nor was it Agassi's fault. It's cool and amazing for us Roger fans but it's not earth shattering if put in perspective. Beating Nadal in the final was astonishing but hey Nadal too was 30+. You can't erase a decade of absolute butt kicking with that victory. Nishikori and Berdych?

Sampras' 2002 USO is in the same league. Age 32. Seeded 17. Eliminated in second round at Wimbledon by No. 145. Lost to no 70 and no 85 a week before US open. He beat Roddick and Agassi to win. Or take Novak's 2014 Wimbledon to 2015 RG run. No one has done that since Laver. The media didn't notice those two achievements in this fashion.

I really don't know how the media covered it in US. I live in India. So can't comment. I was only guessing they applauded him. If they exaggerated, it won't be right. Definitely. That's there.