Federer says Olympics tougher than grand slam
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LONDON, July 26 (Xinhua) -- World No. 1 Roger Federer said here on Thursday that winning the Olympic Games could be even harder than winning a grand slam 1 title.
Federer, who made history three weeks ago by winning his seventh Wimbledon title, said that win has helped to boost 2 his confidence, but the Olympic has fewer rounds and could produce more upsets.
"I hope I can be the favorite...and be able to get going and get full fight on the court," Federer said at a press conference ahead of the London Olympic Games.
Federer and Swiss teammate Stanislas Wawrinka won the men's doubles gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Games but failed to clinch 3 the men's single title, which was won by Spanish player Rafael Nadal.
Speaking on the withdrawal 4 of Nadal from the London Games, Federer said he felt sad but expects the Spaniard to return to the court soon.
"It was a big surprise to see Rafa pull out of the Olympics as the defending champion from four years ago," Federer said. "I wish him a speedy recovery 5 and hopefully we will see him on the tour again soon.
Federer does not rule out competing at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016.=
"There is absolutely no plan to retire after this (London Games), and I have plans in place for next year and beyond that," the Swiss said. "Even if I do win, I will keep on playing."
v.猛力地推、放或扔；砰地关上
- They were surprised by the slam of a car door.关汽车门时发出的声音使他们很吃惊。
- Why should you slam the window?你干吗要使劲关窗户呢？
n.鼓励，激励，提高；v.鼓励，使增强信心
- This will be a great boost to the economy.这对于经济发展将是一个巨大的促进。
- These changes will help to boost share prices.这些变化将有助于提高股票价格。
v.敲弯，钉牢；确定；扭住对方 [参]clench
- Clinch the boards together.用钉子把木板钉牢在一起。
- We don't accept us dollars,please Swiss francs to clinch a deal business.我方不收美元，请最好用瑞士法郎来成交生意。
n.取回，提款；撤退，撤军；收回，撤销
- The police were forced to make a tactical withdrawal.警方被迫进行战术撤退。
- They insisted upon a withdrawal of the statement and a public apology.他们坚持要收回那些话并公开道歉。
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