Roger withdraws from Kooyong

After beginning the year by being recognized as a champion of champions by two voting bodies, Federer's preparations for the brand new tennis season has been temporarily derailed. Our dear Swiss tennis superstar has apparently fallen victim to a "terrible stomach virus" and has been advised by doctors to rest for a couple of days. As a result, Federer had no choice but to withdraw from the AAMI Classic Kooyong, in which he participates as warm-up to the Australian Open, in order to recuperate and regain his strength in time for the season's very first Grand Slam tournament. Naturally all of us fans are praying for his quick recovery and hoping that he'll be back 100% to defend his title.

Get well soon, Roger!