Roger Federer is reaping the benefits of wise scheduling over the years according to his coach Paul Annacone.
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Federer is the master of conserving energy with his low intensive, fluid game style and it's paying off as the Swiss is still a contender for the game's major titles at a very youthful 30 years old.
In stark comparison, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, with their robust, physically demanding games are already breaking down at the ages of 24 and 25 respectively.
Annacone believes the difference is partly down to scheduling. "Roger has mastered it which has allowed him to last," he told French magazine L'Equipe. "He doesn’t get crazy when he loses, even after his missed match points against Djokovic at the US Open. He stays calm when he wins. He never goes from one extreme to the other, even if the expectations are enormous."
If he doesn’t win three Grand Slams, the season is ruined ? He doesn’t see things that way. There’s more depth in the game, more very strong opponents. He understands that and he doesn’t panic. Quite the opposite. He says 'Great, another challenge!'"
"That’s what makes him optimistic and enthusiastic. And, quite simply, he loves the game, the travel. He adores tennis. He’s 30 and he’s in great shape. At his age, he still belongs among the best. So, why not aim for another Grand Slam ?"
