US Open Tennis 2011: Power Ranking Roger Federer's US Open Titles

The Seven train will take you to the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, but if you want to get into Arthur Ashe Stadium on the final weekend, you better hop on the Fed Express.

There's something about the bright lights and chaotic atmosphere that brings out the best in the deliberate and elegant Swiss. Since 2004, Federer has won five titles and reached six of seven finals (the exception coming last year when he lost to Djokovic in the semi's). Only at Wimbledon has he had more success, winning six of the seven finals he's reached.

So in honor of Roger's return to the Big Apple, I've ranked each of his five US Open titles. From his dominant first title run in 2004 against Hewitt, to his most recent dismantling of Andy Murray in the 2008 Final.

It's going to be a great ride.

5. The 2008 Final Against Murray

This was Murray's first appearance in a Grand Slam Final, and even though he made a valiant effort, he was no match for the mighty—and more experienced—Federer.

Murray looked to have butterflies early as he dropped the first set in quick fashion, 6-2. He then seemed to find composure in the second but Federer asserted himself late and broke Murray at love, winning the set 7-5. After that, Federer kept his foot on the gas and cruised to a straight set win, 6–2, 7–5, 6–2.

Just another day in the office for the Swiss Maestro.

4. The 2004 Final Against Hewitt

It was a tough decision putting Federer's first Open title this low on the list, but to be honest, Hewitt didn't seem like his usual bulldog self. Federer obviously played a huge part in disrupting the Aussie's rhythm and confidence, but Hewitt (a former number one and two-time slam winner in his own right) looked tense in stretches throughout the match.

Hewitt, however, was playing some of the best tennis of his career as he was riding a 16-match winning streak before he was steamrolled in the final. So Federer must have been doing something right.

Oh, yeah. The final score?   6–0, 7–6^(7–3), 6–0.

3. The 2006 Final Against Roddick

As with many other players, Federer has had Roddick's number throughout the years. He's 20-2 against the Texas native and his two losses were in non-major events.

Even so, Roddick played some of the best tennis of his life in that final. He served well, hit with pace, and for the most part, played very intelligent tennis. But it never really seemed like Roddick had a chance. Federer was completely in control and was probably at the peak of his game at that point. It seemed like there was literally nothing Roddick could do to have a shot at winning. Federer was just too good.   

The final score was 6–2, 4–6, 7–5, 6–1.

2. The 2007 Final Against Djokovic

This was one of the toughest losses I've ever seen. Djokovic played as well as he could possibly play and seemed to be on the brink of winning each of the sets (was up 6-5 and 40-0 in the first; 4-1 and 30-15 in the second; and later in the second, 6-5 and 40-15) but when the big points rolled around, Federer stepped up his game (there were also a couple of tough breaks for Djokovic—like when he missed the baseline by mere millimeters in what would have won him the second set).

And as Djokovic started looking deflated towards the end, Federer looked to be almost getting stronger. It was as like he wouldn't stop until he got his hands on that trophy.

I'm sure this was one of his most rewarding slams. It certainly was fun to watch.

The final score was 7–6^(7–4), 7–6^(7–2), 6–4.

1. The 2005 Final Against Agassi

This is without a doubt one of the best matches I've ever seen and possibly the best match Roger Federer has ever played.

The movement, the power, the grace, the way he made everything look so easy. It seemed as if he was just gliding along waiting for his opportunity to strike. And his backhand looked just as dangerous as his forehand.

Both men put on an unbelievable show and I'll never forget the fight Agassi showed toward the end. He never looked defeated, even when it looked completely out of reach. I salute you both. Two legends and ambassadors of the game.

The final score was 6–3, 2–6, 7–6^(7–1), 6–1.