Cincinnati Masters review: Federer beats Ferrer to win first Masters in two years

The Cincinnati Masters concluded with Roger Federer winning his 80th career title. The Swiss champion defeated David Ferrer 6-3, 1-6, 6-2 to lift to the trophy. Federer has now beaten Ferrer in all 16 encounters between them and will go into the US Open high on confidence. He has a strong shout to lift an 18th Grand Slam with defending champion Rafael Nadal ruled out due to wrist injury.   

The tournament saw several sensation plays, extreme emotions and nerve-racking points. Here are the top five hot shots. 

It was Federer’s first Masters trophy after winning the same tournament in 2012. He savoured the victory after losing to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final of the Rogers Cup in Toronto.

"I've played some good tennis here over the years, so it's really nice to come back and win it again," Federer said. Watch the his full interview after winning the Cincinnati Masters title.