Federer still smarts over '02 Dubai criticism

Roger Federer still seems perturbed that his commitment to the tournament in Dubai was questioned back in 2002, when Rainier Schuettler beat him 6-3, 6-1. Federer has won five titles in Dubai and reached the final on seven occasions. "This has been one of the tournaments I had a rocky start to - Dubai," Federer told reporters. "I was criticized for not giving the best effort when I lost to Schuettler. That was tough for me because I was in the second round in singles and doubles.  So for people to question me was not very nice.  I know the last two games weren't beautiful, but, you know, it's a quick court and quickly can look in a way that you're not interested. Rainier was better in that match.  For me to then come back the following year and win the tournament and win so often now is a beautiful thing."