Australian Open 2016: 5 things that Federer must do to end Djokovic's reign at Australia
It’s the 45th meeting between the clash of the titans, at the Rod Laver Arena today.Two things can be said at the moment, about Thursday’s epic semi-final clash. One is, if both players play their best tennis, no doubt, that Djokovic is the clear favourite to win the match.On the other hand Federer is the only player who can match Djokovic’s level, and end his dominance. If we consider the second thing into perspective, What Federer actually do to match Djokovic’s level and end his reign at Australia.Here are 5 things the 34-year-old Swiss needs to do, to be successful against a player of Djokovic’s calibre:
#1 Sneak attack by Roger Federer
Djokovic has great respect for Federer’s game, but one thing he doesn’t like about his game is the unpredictable SABR used by Federer in North America last year. “I think the worst thing for a tennis player or any athlete is unpredictability, not knowing what is coming next,” Djokovic said in a recent interview. “That is what Roger possesses, the variety in his game. So that’s what plays with your mind. What is coming next? Will he do this SABR thing?” Djokovic referred to the Sneak Attack by Roger, in which Federer charges the net on his opponent’s second serve.“Will he come to net? Will he stay back? Will he chip it? Will he rip it? It keeps you guessing all the time. That is why it’s so tough to play Roger.”
This is one thing Federer needs to use, to break Djokovic’s strong mentality. Djokovic doesn’t have a powerful second serve, so Federer must use this lethal weapon on Thursday.