} Olympics Men's Singles Final 6-2, 6-1, 6-4

a bit of a disappointment for Feds today, but I have to admit I'm not completely heartbroken for him because I'm also a bit of a Murray fan, and he has been playing so well since the last Wimbledon.

Federer is still a Legend as far as I'm concerned, as close to tennis godliness as you can ever get. but Murray.. he is a different creature altogether. he is like the epitome of an underdog. he would look out of place in a Rolex ad. he shows all his emotions, and if he had a microphone attached to him while he's playing i am pretty sure that all the little kids would have to plug their ears. he doesn't have a cool haircut or nice teeth.

but he gives you the feeling that with a lot of hard work and persistence, you can also be a hero. even if you don't look or act the part.

so if i can't be a Federer, let me at least aspire to be a Murray..

but as a last word, just to emphasise what a gentleman Feds is, his interview: "He was better, much better than I was today but I'm happy with silver. I had a very emotional tournament. Maybe I was emotionally drained but, nevertheless, I didn't think I played too badly, but things didn't go my way. It's unfortunate, but still a great day for me. Andy looked like he was never doubting himself and he was able to come through this time around. He's had a wonderful career already and I'm happy for him."

2012-08-05, 11:46 p.m..
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