Roger Federer To Play in Monte-Carlo

Well, it looks like us Fed fans won't have to wait so long to see our favorite player in action again after all!

Today it was revealed on Roger Federer's website (www.rogerfederer.com) that he has accepted a wild card entry into the Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters tournament. Roger's message to his fans reads as follows:

Dear Fans

I have decided to accept a wildcard into the Monte-Carlo Rolex Masters tournament that begins on Monday. I will head there this weekend to start the clay court season.

Thanks to all of you for your continued support.

All the best,

Roger

So what does this mean?

As a fan, I think this can only be good news. It shows that after that miserable loss to Novak Djokovic in the semis in Miami, Roger has not given up and retreated into hiding. No, no, no, no, no....instead he has decided to step it up and get in some more clay court practice. Now that's the mark of a true champ....and hopefully a sign that he is in a positive frame of mind.

Looks like he's serious about trying to complete his impressive CV with the missing Slam!

The good news also means I get to watch Roger in action again sooner than I expected—YAY!

Looks like Roger was serious when he said, "Thank god the hard court season is over....I'm moving over to clay, a new chapter."

As a fan I am hoping he can make it to the finals for the fourth year in a row, but this time I want a different outcome on the final day! Fourth times a charm. (Ok, so I know it's actually "third time lucky" but for Monsieur Federer we shall make an exception!)

But the real question is: Will Roger be wearing his Rolex?!

Watch this space...

So what do you folks think of the news?!