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Turning 30 changes nothing - Federer

ESPN staff
August 29, 2011
Roger Federer is gunning for a sixth US Open title © Getty Images
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Roger Federer insists he still has what it takes to win a grand slam as he bids to extend his impressive major streak.

Ever since he won his first slam back at Wimbledon in 2003, Federer has ended the year with at least one major title in his possession, but failure to win the US Open will see that impressive record come to an end.

Federer turned 30 earlier this month, but he insists his age has not changed his attitude and he still feels on top of his game.

"[Turning 30] hasn't changed anything," Federer said. "I'm still as professional. I'm still as hungry. Everything's still completely normal. It's just a number that's changed. I'm ready to go.

"I feel my game allows me to still play for many more years, because I have a relaxing playing style. I have almost played 1000 matches on tour and that leaves its toll, but I'm very professional when it comes to massages, stretching, diet, sleep, all of that stuff. So I have always looked in the long term. That's why I'm confident I can still play for many more years to come at the highest of levels."

Federer kicks off his US Open campaign against Santiago Giraldo on Monday as third seed, his lowest ranking in New York since 2002, when he was seeded 13th.

ATP Tour Rankings
1. Novak Djokovic (SRB), 2. Rafael Nadal (ESP), 3. Roger Federer (SUI), 4. Andy Murray (GBR), 5. David Ferrer (ESP), 6. Robin Soderling (SWE), 7. Gael Monfils (FRA), 8. Mardy Fish (USA), 9. Tomas Berdych (CZE), 10. Nicolas Almagro (ESP)

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