Federer: My greatest victory
Roger Federer says first ever French Open title is "greatest victory"
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Monday, 08, Jun 2009 11:36
Roger Federer has admitted his victory in the final of the French Open was the best moment of his career.
After losing the last three finals at Roland Garros, the Swiss star captured the elusive grand slam with a 6-1 7-6 6-4 win over Robin Soderling.
The 27-year-old has equalled Pete Sampras' haul of 14 grand slams, and is expected to go past the mark to cement his place as the greatest player of all time.
Federer, who broke down in tears at winning in Paris, said: "It was really not easy to deal with my emotions.
"It might be the greatest victory of my career. It's incredible, it's nice to be here as a winner."
On receiving the trophy from Andre Agassi - one of only six other players to have won all four tennis grand slams - Federer added: "I want to thank Andre, for being here. It means a lot to me.
"I don't miss him on the tennis court as he was a tough opponent."
Meanwhile, Soderling refused to be downbeat in losing his first grand slam final.
The Swede, who knocked out four-time champion Rafael Nadal last Sunday, said: "I had the two best weeks of my career but to me Roger is the best player in history.
"You [Federer] really gave me a tennis lesson today.
"But for next time we play, nobody can beat me 11 times in a row."