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Federer wins Cincinnati opener; Roddick out with neck, shoulder pain

Associated Press

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

MASON, Ohio -- Roger Federer shook off last week's early-round loss in Toronto and beat Robby Ginepri 6-7 (2), 7-6 (5), 6-0 on Tuesday in his first match at the Cincinnati Masters. "I'm happy I'm back with a one-match winning streak," Federer joked. "I'm happy I could turn it around today." Andy Roddick wasn't so fortunate. The No. 6 seed withdrew just before his match with Philipp Kohlschreiber was to begin, citing neck and shoulder pain. Roddick asked for the public address microphone and ...

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