Did federer immitate nadal's style in 2006 Rolland Garros?

Question

I am watching 2006 Roland garros final now. In 3rd set, It looks like Federer immitate nadal's high jump top spin ball and is very effective. Did I see it right??? I think Federer can immitate alittle bit of nadal's style because It's very effective. Federer Is a lot more talented in technique than Nadal. so, Immitating nadal's high ball can help him play easier tennis against nadal and eventually beat nadal. but, Federer don't seem to want to do that because by doing that, He lost his graceful style. then, Was federer just teasing Nadal by immitating his style??? sometimes, Federer looks like He is teasing opponent....If you know that.

Answer 1

Just enjoy the tennis my friend.

Answer 2

well i heard federer was spending alot of time focusing on the clay courts during the year to win the french open..

but i really doubt he was imitating nadals style.. he would not risk that in a grand slam final... federer did make some changes.. but he was not copying nadal..

Answer 3

Nadal is the one of the best clay court players in tennis history. Until last year, Federer's main focus was to win the French Open. He changed tactics and did EVERYTHING he possibly could! Nothing seemed to work against Rafa. I think he must have tried to copy a few moves, but its not like him to IMITATE his opponent. Federer was the world number 1 for 4 years because of his own style, his own game. Maybe the points you saw were just his desperation to win.

Answer 4

i seriously doubt that federer would imitate nadals style.

maybe he was just trying to modify his game to meet the demands of playing nadal on clay.

go nadal!