'Special moment' of Roger Federer
Jason
2017-01-19 15:39:11
The Swiss 17th seed will now play American qualifier Noah Rubin in the second round.
"It was a special moment walking out on the court. A special moment when you get to match point and when you win it," Federer said of his comeback.
"I think those three components make it special when you're coming back. It's already great to just be here, trying to play with the guys. I'm happy with the more relaxed attitude and also the success came easier."
Federer, 35, is bidding to become the second oldest man in the Open era to win a Grand Slam title, after Australian Ken Rosewall.
Asked about the constant debate about his eventual retirement, Federer said: "It doesn't surprise me because I've been talking about retirement for seven years.
Federer, playing in his 69th major, has dropped to 17th in the world rankings after a knee injury restricted him to just seven Tour events last year.
Federer fell behind to an early break against Melzer in the opening set but once he gained his playing rhythm he broke back and then again in the 11th game.
"It was a special moment walking out on the court. A special moment when you get to match point and when you win it," Federer said of his comeback.
"I think those three components make it special when you're coming back. It's already great to just be here, trying to play with the guys. I'm happy with the more relaxed attitude and also the success came easier."
Federer, 35, is bidding to become the second oldest man in the Open era to win a Grand Slam title, after Australian Ken Rosewall.
Asked about the constant debate about his eventual retirement, Federer said: "It doesn't surprise me because I've been talking about retirement for seven years.
Federer, playing in his 69th major, has dropped to 17th in the world rankings after a knee injury restricted him to just seven Tour events last year.
He dropped out of the world's top 10 for the first time in 734 weeks in November and his ranking is at its lowest since May 2001.
Federer fell behind to an early break against Melzer in the opening set but once he gained his playing rhythm he broke back and then again in the 11th game.
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