Federer advances to Dubai quarterfinals

It looks like Roger is on his way to a fourth title in Dubai and a second title this year. He's defeated Bracciali in straight sets 7-5 6-3 extending his winning streak to 38 matches. Plus he's added to his growing portfolio of amazing shots (reminiscent of another great shot he made also in Dubai):

Federer literally brought Bracciali to his knees in the second set after hitting a spectacular shot between his legs for a winner down the line and a 5-2 lead. As the crowd roared its approval, Bracciali knelt on one knee as Federer passed him on the way to his chair.

It was so good that CNN has named it Play of the Day! (It was funny how they called Federer a Play of the Day expert on its Sports News on CNN International.) There are also a few clips of the shot posted on YouTube. But, uh-oh! I don't think John McEnroe would like Bracciali's reaction (even if he apparently did it jokingly); he's recently complained about how the other players respect Federer too much.