Simply The Best

Champion WWE Wrestler, Triple H, says that he is 'that damn good'. And even though Roger Federer does his best to keep as humble as possible, he has every right to echo those words. Because he is that damn good.

Federer broke the hearts of Andy Murray and an entire nation by defeating the Brit in a tough straight sets match in the final of the 2010 Australian Open. The match was touted as a classic-to-be before it even began, and even though it failed to go to a fourth or fifth set, the quality of tennis was enthralling from both players.

In the end, Federer's ability to win a crucial point almost at will was the decisive factor in the end. During a marathon tiebreak in the third set, Murray had numerous set points. However, Federer was able to switch to a higher gear and deny the big Scotsman any momentum whatsoever. Some big first serves as well as those trademark forehand strokes were both used during that tiebreak game as Federer disallowed Murray any glimmer of hope to extend the match.

The win takes Federer's Grand Slam total to 16, an incredible record. And what is even more scary is that he still believes he can improve. In the last week, Federer has played some of the best tennis of his career, especially against Lleyton Hewitt and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, a statement he admitted himself.

Murray will be devastated with his performance in the final, but really should hold his head high after such a wonderful tournament. His win against Rafael Nadal, even though the Spaniard was injured, was precise and very convincing. Murray is gradually climbing the ranks and,as Federer said, he is way too good not to win a Grand Slam.

BTW, Australia wrapped up the five match ODI series with a win against an ordinary Pakistan side to make the series a whitewash (5-0). For Australia, they will be stoked with the form of their backup fast bowlers with Clinton McKay and Man-of-the-Series Ryan Harris claiming 27 wickets between them during the season. They will play a Twenty20 on Friday night, followed by five ODI's against the West Indies.