Published 20:04 IST, January 24th 2020
Roger Federer wins THRILLING Australian Open match against John Millman, fans stunned
Roger Federer played out a sensational win against local favourite John Millman to progress further in the Australian Open. See how fans were left stunned.
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Roger Federer never fails to surprise you, does he? The Swiss legend was at it again in the third round of the ongoing Australian Open. He made his way to a 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (10-8) win against local boy John Millman. Roger Federer was made to work for his win and had to fight back from 8-4 down in the breaker to upstage John Millman at the Rod Laver Arena. In doing so, Roger Federer also became the only tennis player to win 100 matches in two Grand Slam events (Wimbledon and Australian Open).
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Roger Federer heaps praise on 'worthy' opponent John Millman
When @johnhmillman leaves you speechless 😶@rogerfederer | #AusOpen | #AO2020 pic.twitter.com/7WznZKdyvU
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 24, 2020
Roger Federer leaves fans in awe after a stunning win against John Millman
The Swiss Maestro survives 👊@rogerfederer outlasts a spirited John Millman 4-6 7-6(2) 6-4 4-6 7-6(8) to reach the fourth round at the #AusOpen for the 18th time.#AO2020 pic.twitter.com/wuMb4U1aBO
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 24, 2020
The thrilling five-set encounter which is being regarded as one of the greatest tennis matches ever was a delight to watch for tennis lovers. The fans made sure they expressed their emotions on popular social media site - Twitter. Check out some fan reactions below.
So, to sum up Day 5 of #AusOpen 2020
— Nikhila (@kokudum) January 24, 2020
#3 Osaka lost
#8 Serena lost
#10 Keys lost
#6 Tsitsipas lost
#9 Bautista Agut lost
Wozniacki retires
Federer survives five-set marathon
Just your usual day of tennis 😅
That was the best game if tennis I've seen period I think. Congrats to both of you. John Millman you are a champion. Roger Federer you are a legend. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
— Mez✊🏽🇦🇺😎🤯 (@mezi13) January 24, 2020
Now to sleep. 😴😴#AusOpen
Anyone wondering why Federer keeps bothering with tennis with four kids and gazillions in the bank at age 38.
— Christopher Clarey (@christophclarey) January 24, 2020
It's for a moment like tonight
Roger Federer wins his 100th ATP Australian Open match
ROGER'S DONE IT!!
— ATP Tour (@atptour) January 24, 2020
It's 100 #AusOpen match wins for @rogerfederer as he survives a HUGE challenge to defeat John Millman 4-6 7-6 6-4 4-6 7-6! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/m3sJV9lLXP
20:04 IST, January 24th 2020