it was an embarrsing defeat for federer.  i really wanted him to win this tournament.  i am not sure if he gonna do it ever.  it looks like federer has already reached his peak.  this year wimbledon is gonna be fun.  it wont be easier for federer this time around.  it was very close last year as well between the two top seeds.  hope fedefer wins remaining grandslam of this year to tie total of 14 with pete.