Federer Eases into Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships with a brief visit to Dubai Duty Free

Dubai, UAE, March 3rd, 2008: Tennis ace Roger Federer kick-started his quest for a record fifth Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships with a star appearance at the award-winning Dubai Duty Free.

Fans flocked to meet the world number one who posed for photographs and signed merchandise on the shop floor for an hour.

The Swiss maestro, who has made Dubai his second home, is a regular visitor through Dubai Duty Free on his way to tournaments around the world.

“It’s great to be back in Dubai and I’m very much looking forward to the tournament,” said Federer, who was presented with a gift by DDF staff as he arrived on the shop floor.

Federer completed the visit with some TV interviews before being swept away to his next media commitments.